Glee Cast -

as Mercedes Jones : A powerhouse vocalist who often competes for the spotlight.

as Rachel Berry : The ambitious, spotlight-seeking lead soprano.

as Finn Hudson : The popular quarterback who discovers a love for singing. Glee Cast

as Kurt Hummel : A talented countertenor whose journey involves navigating his identity in high school.

as Tina Cohen-Chang : A shy performer who gains confidence through the club. as Mercedes Jones : A powerhouse vocalist who

The Glee cast is best known for portraying the members and mentors of the fictional William McKinley High School glee club, "New Directions," throughout the show's six-season run (2009–2015). Main Cast and Key Characters

as Artie Abrams : A member of the group who uses a wheelchair and is an aspiring filmmaker. as Kurt Hummel : A talented countertenor whose

The original core group featured a mix of faculty and students: