Nurse: Having been the nanny since Juliet was an infant. Nurse is Juliet's most trusted friend. She is the go between Juliet and her Romeo. She therefore rates as Romeo's most important ally.

Friar: The Friar is trusted by all. Together with Juliet, they conceive the plan for her and Romeo to be together. With Romeo, the friar is a constant source of advice and save haven. For both, the friar is the man who marries them in secret.