Hero is the young daughter of Leonato and cousin of Beatrice. She loves Claudio, becomes betrothed to him and, with Margaret partakes in Don Pedro's scheme to make Beatrice and Benedick fall in love with each other. Hero falls victim to Don John's plot, and Claudio, backed up by Don Pedro, believing she has been unfaithful, humiliates and refuses to marry her. Rejected by her father and so mistreated, Hero collapses. At the Friar's advice, Leonato and his household pretend that Hero is dead. Her innocence is proven when the Watch apprehend Borachio, who confesses his part in the plot to ruin her. Finally, disguised as her Uncle's daughter, she forgives and marries a repentant Claudio.
"Who can blot that name with any just reproach?"
4.1.80-1
Title: Daughter to Leonato
Sex: female
Some Audio Tracks
Messina
Job: Lady of the house
Often called: "gentle Hero" or "sweet Hero"
About me: "I am yours for the walk; and especially when I walk away." (2.1.79)
Interests: "I will do any modest office ... to help my cousin to a good husband." (2.1.346-7)
