Meg is a highly skilled con artist who operates by a strict vigilante moral code, exclusively targeting wealthy, corrupt men who abuse their power. Raised by a single mother who lost everything to a greedy real estate mogul, Meg uses her difficult past to fuel her elaborate schemes. She is a master of disguise and psychological manipulation, frequently leveraging people's preconceived notions about women to extract information and resources.

Kat is a former LA Times reporter who now writes fluff pieces for content mills to pay the bills. Ten years ago, she pursued a journalistic lead that resulted in a traumatic assault and the destruction of her career. Convinced that Meg is responsible for that ruinous night, Kat harbors a deep resentment and dedicates her free time to tracking the con artist down. She is determined, deeply wounded, and desperate to reclaim control of her life.

Ron is a wealthy real estate mogul running for political office on a platform of anti-liberal ideals. He is openly misogynistic, classist, and willing to exploit vulnerable people for financial gain. He relies heavily on his staff and his wealth to insulate himself, making him susceptible to those who understand the blind spots of the rich.

Cory is a manipulative educator who uses his position of authority to prey on underage students. After a scandal involving a pregnant student was swept under the rug, he relocated to a new district to serve as principal. He prefers young, seemingly naive women he can control, which inadvertently makes him susceptible to Meg's carefully crafted persona.

Scott is Kat's fiancé, who works as a fraud detective. He presents himself as a supportive partner who stood by Kat through her trauma, but he harbors a destructive gambling addiction. He frequently deflects blame and manipulates Kat to cover his financial tracks, complicating her attempts to rebuild her life.

Nate is Cory Dempsey's best friend from ten years ago. He is highly skeptical of Meg when she begins dating Cory and hires a private investigator to look into her background. When Kat approaches him for a journalistic scoop, he assaults her, causing the deep trauma that defines Kat's adult life.

Kristen is a former high school peer who showed Meg kindness when she was a socially isolated teenager. Her adherence to supporting other women leaves a lasting impression on Meg. Kristen's bright future was destroyed when Cory Dempsey abused her, serving as the catalyst for Meg's first major scheme.

Jenna is Kat's closest friend who works as a journalist for the New York Times. She provides a sounding board for Kat's frustrations and uses her professional resources to occasionally dig up background information on Meg's various aliases.

Phillip is a selfish, wealthy man attempting to hide assets from his wife during a contentious divorce. Meg targets him by posing as a high-end life designer, specifically to ensure his ex-wife receives a fair financial settlement.

Celia is Phillip Montgomery's ex-wife. Her online complaints about her husband's cruelty catch Meg's attention, prompting Meg to intervene and quietly secure the family lake house for Celia.

Renata is Phillip Montgomery's sister, whose passion for interior design makes her an easy mark. Meg flatters her design choices to gain an invitation to a family party and secure direct access to Phillip.

Frank is Kat's former editor at the LA Times. He is a dismissive boss who ignores Kat's instincts regarding the Meg Williams story, inadvertently pushing Kat to investigate the dangerous lead independently.

Kat's mother is a former journalist who gave up a career at the Washington Post to raise her daughter. She projects her unfulfilled ambitions onto Kat, constantly pressuring her to succeed in traditional journalism.

Meg's late mother who passed away from cancer. Before her death, Ron Ashton tricked her into signing away the family home on Canyon Drive, forcing her and a young Meg to live out of a van.

Cal is Meg's best friend from ten years ago when she worked at the YMCA. He supports her through deep poverty, acting as a prop in her early cons before she cuts ties with him to fully commit to her new life.

Monica is a member of Ron Ashton's inner circle. Meg spends six months cultivating a fake friendship with Monica to secure a trusted position as a real estate advisor near Ron.

Laura is a former high school classmate of Kristen Gentry. She agrees to speak with Kat off-the-record about Cory Dempsey's abusive behavior, providing critical background for Kat's investigation.

Veronica is a wealthy woman in Meg's current social circle. She participates in yoga and lunches with Meg and Kat, serving as background cover for Meg's elaborate real estate persona.