Characters in Heartstopper: Volume One

Charlie Spring

An openly gay Year 10 student, thoughtful and anxious after a difficult year of bullying.

Also in Heartstopper, Heartstopper, Volume 3, Heartstopper, Volume 4, Heartstopper, Volume 5, Heartstopper: Volume Six

Nick Nelson

A kind, popular Year 11 rugby player who begins questioning his feelings for Charlie.

Also in Heartstopper, Heartstopper, Volume 3, Heartstopper, Volume 4, Heartstopper, Volume 5, Heartstopper: Volume Six

Ben Hope

A boy who treats Charlie carelessly and in secret.

Tao Xu

Charlie's fiercely loyal best friend.

Also in Heartstopper, Heartstopper, Volume 4

Elle Argent

Charlie's friend who has transferred to the nearby girls' school.

Also in Heartstopper, Volume 3, Heartstopper, Volume 4