Michael Corleone is the central character of the 'The Godfather' saga, known as Don Corleone after the series' events. He is a Sicilian-American who inherits and rises to control his family's Mafia crime empire. Michael possesses an intelligent, calculating mind with an aura of authority and ruthlessness. He begins as a pacifist, having a deep aversion to the family business and a desire for legitimacy. However, he undergoes a transformation into a ruthless crime boss driven by power and loyalty to his family. Michael deeply loves his wife Kay and children, yet is often in conflict with her due to his lifestyle. His key relationships include his close bond with his father Vito, his brother Fredo, and his complex dynamic with his more violent brother Sonny. His loyalty to his family and the Sicilian code of honor clashes with his own moral compass, leading to a personal downfall.