Fredo

Fredo Corleone, the youngest son of Vito Corleone, is known for his lack of intelligence and ambition compared to his brothers.

Character

Literary

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Fredo Corleone, the youngest son of Vito and Carmela Corleone, is a complex and tragic character in Mario Puzo’s iconic novel “The Godfather” and its film adaptations. Born in 1910, Fredo grew up in a wealthy and powerful Italian-American family in New York City. Despite his privileged upbringing, Fredo struggled to find his place in the Corleone empire.

Unlike his older brothers, Sonny and Michael, Fredo lacked the ruthlessness and intelligence necessary to succeed in the criminal underworld. He was often seen as the weak link in the family, and his father, Vito, worried about his future. Fredo initially worked as a gofer for his father’s criminal empire but later became involved in various illegal activities, including gambling and prostitution.

Fredo’s personal life was also troubled. He married Deanna Dunn in 1935 and had two children, Fredo Jr. and Anthony. However, he struggled with alcoholism and gambling addiction throughout his life and was often overshadowed by his more successful brothers.

In the end, Fredo’s downfall came when he betrayed his brother Michael, the new head of the Corleone family. Michael, unable to forgive Fredo’s disloyalty, ordered his brother’s death. Fredo was killed by Al Neri in 1955, a tragic end for a man who never quite found his place in the world.

Despite his flaws, Fredo remains a memorable and sympathetic character in the Godfather saga. His story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of weakness and betrayal in a world where power and loyalty are paramount.