Tommy Shelby

The older brother is Arthur Shelby. Arthur is much more impulsive and emotional than Thomas. He has a strong character and can be very violent when he loses control, but he is also sensitive and often feels guilty about the violence he witnesses. He deeply loves his family and is always loyal to Thomas, even though he sometimes doesn't understand his plans. Arthur marries Linda Shelby, a religious woman who tries to change his life and steer him away from the criminal world. Together they have a son named Billy. Another brother is John Shelby. John is straightforward, protective, and fiercely loyal to his family. He doesn't think things through as much as Thomas, but he's not as impulsive as Arthur either. He has a strong character and often fearlessly confronts the Shelbys' enemies. His first wife was Martha, with whom he had four children. Later, he married Esme Shelby, a Romani woman with a free-spirited and strong personality. The only sister is Ada Shelby. Ada is independent, intelligent, and often critical of her brothers' criminal lifestyle. Even so, she always maintains her love for her family. She has a strong personality and isn't afraid to speak her mind, even in front of Thomas. Ada falls in love with Freddie Thorne, a political revolutionary, and together they have a son named Karl. The youngest brother is Finn Shelby. Finn grows up watching his older brothers and wanting to prove that he too can be an important part of the family business. At first, he is more innocent and youthful, but little by little he tries to enter the dangerous world that surrounds the Shelbys. One of the most important people in the family is his aunt, Polly Gray. Polly is a very intelligent, strong, and protective woman. For a time, she ran the family business while the men were away at war. She has a very sharp mind and is often the only one who stands up to Thomas when she believes he is making poor decisions. Polly had two sons: Michael Gray, who later went into business.

Thomas Shelby's job is to run the Shelby family business and be the leader of the Peaky Blinders in Birmingham. His primary occupation at the beginning is organizing illegal horse racing. He controls bookmakers, manipulates races, and handles large sums of money from gambling. Many of these bets are managed from the family pub, The Garrison Pub, which serves as a meeting and business center. In addition to gambling, Thomas also runs other illegal businesses, such as: alcohol smuggling arms trafficking protection and extortion agreements with politicians and criminals Over time, his work evolves, and he begins to build legitimate businesses, such as export companies, factories, and trading firms. Thanks to his intelligence and ambition, he rises from a local crime boss to a powerful and influential businessman.

Thomas Shelby's personality is complex and deeply influenced by his past. He is a highly intelligent, strategic, and observant man. Before speaking or acting, he tends to analyze everything around him, as if each situation were a chess move. He always tries to stay several steps ahead of others, which is why many people consider him cold, calculating, and even insensitive at times. One of her most striking characteristics is her calmness. Even in dangerous situations, she maintains a low and controlled tone of voice. This tranquility doesn't mean she doesn't feel emotions, but rather that she has learned not to show them. She prefers to keep her thoughts and feelings to herself, revealing them only when it suits her. He is also a very reserved and distrustful person. He doesn't easily trust others and rarely lets anyone see his vulnerable side. Much of this stems from the harsh experiences he endured in the war, which made him more serious, introspective, and distant.