# Gus Eisman — Gentlemen Prefer Blondes character guide

> Gus Eisman in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes by Anita Loos.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Gus Eisman the Button King, Gus

**First appearance:** 0001-gentlemen-prefer-blondes

## Who they are

A wealthy industrialist, possibly related to Mr. Eisman.

## In the story

### [Gentlemen Prefer Blondes: The Illuminating Diary of a Professional Lady](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/gentlemen_prefer_blondes_se/chapters/gentlemen-prefer-blondes)

The 'Button King' and a wealthy benefactor who provides Lorelei with gifts and financial support.

### [I: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/gentlemen_prefer_blondes_se/chapters/i-gentlemen-prefer-blondes)

The Button King from Chicago; financially supports Lorelei's education and gives her a diamond bracelet for her birthday.

### [Brains Are Really Everything](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/gentlemen_prefer_blondes_se/chapters/vi-brains-are-really-everything)

Referenced as the Button King who is educating Lorelei, though not directly present.

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