Mickey Johnstone was twins with Eddie Lyons, but they were separated at birth. Mickey grew up in a working-class background and was the youngest out of all of his many siblings. His older brother, Sammy was usually a bad influence on him and affected Mickey in many cases. His wanting to like Sammy caused him to ruin his life later on in the play, after robbing a petrol station and murdering someone. At the end of the play, Mickey is informed that Eddie is his twin and letting rage and jealousy overcome him, Mickey murders him. Throughout the play, Mickey is displayed as a less refined person with a Liverpool accent. He contrasts well with Eddie, who speaks and acts in an upper/middle-class manner.
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