Character Profile-Othello

Othello is the highly respected general of the armies of Venice, although he is not a native of Venice but an area of Northern Africa. He is often not respected as he is seen to be an outsider culturally and due to his colour not for his title. In spite of his high status in society Othello seems to have insecurities. Othello is a powerful character within in the play, respected by all those around him. Othello is madly in love with his wife Desdemona and Othello's insecurities quickly turn into extreme jealousy that claims his life.