Charlotte Hanlon, played by Taylour Paige, was introduced to viewers in the second episode of the HBO Max hit IT: Welcome to Derry. The wife of Leroy Hanlon (played by Jovan Adepo) and mom of Will (Blake Cameron James) is a refreshingly outspoken and analytical newcomer who immediately senses that something is wrong in Derry.

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She calls out the town’s nonsense for what it is.

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She values family, education, and good character.

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She has a chic sense of style.

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Charlotte provides a safe space for both her husband and son to open up about their feelings.

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The children of Derry are in desperate need of a positive role model.

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Charlotte’s activist background gives her some political expertise.

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Charlotte can relate to those in the community who are othered.

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Her professional experience as a teacher means she has the patience of a saint.

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Being a military wife gives her extra insight into what’s at stake for the town.

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It’s time for a woman to take charge.