# Whiskey Johnny — The Hairy Ape character guide

> Whiskey Johnny in The Hairy Ape by Eugene O’Neill.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Whiskey, Johnny

**First appearance:** 0009-scene-vii

## Who they are

A drunken sailor Yank meets in a bar on the waterfront.

## Relationships

### [Policeman](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_hairy_ape_se/characters/policeman)

_rivalry_

The policeman interacts with Whiskey Johnny as a figure of authority over a drunkard.

### [Yank](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_hairy_ape_se/characters/yank)

_friendship_

Whiskey Johnny is a fellow sailor and drinking companion of Yank, though their bond is superficial.

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