These are the characters Rockstar has officially introduced, with only what Rockstar has shared about them. No story spoilers beyond the trailers.
One of the two playable leads. He grew up around grifters and crooks, joined the Army hoping to leave that life behind, and ended up back in the Keys working for local drug runners anyway. All he wants is an easy life, and it keeps getting harder.
The other playable lead. Her father taught her to fight, and fighting for her family is what landed her in Leonida Penitentiary. She's out now, and wants the good life her mother has dreamed of since their days in Liberty City.
Jason's friend, who also works with Brian. He's happiest at home, listening in on Coast Guard radio.
A drug runner from the golden age of smuggling in the Keys, who runs a boat yard with his third wife, Lori. He lets Jason live in one of his properties rent-free, in exchange for help with his business. Actor Stephen Root has said he plays Brian.
A Vice City local legend whose business empire includes a club, real estate and a record label.
An aspiring music mogul who runs Only Raw Records with Boobie.
A rap duo, Bae-Luxe and Roxy, signed to Only Raw Records.
A seasoned bank robber.
Apart from Stephen Root's own confirmation, Rockstar hasn't named the cast, including who plays Jason and Lucia.
Source: https://www.rockstargames.com/VI
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