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TV Character Analysis: Debra Morgan (Dexter – 2006)

Debra Morgan, played by actress Jennifer Carpenter, is the sister of Dexter Morgan on the hit Showtime series Dexter. She’s pretty much been the main protagonist since the series began in 2006. Working for the Miami Metropolitan Police Department, she begins the series as a normal “badge” (cop) who just goes out of her way to try and rise through the ranks. rows.

In Season 1 Episode 1, we first see Debra at the crime scene where Dexter calls to involve a hooker who has been cut into multiple pieces. She herself is dressed as a prostitute, but only because she’s been working undercover. With one of the biggest mouths she’s ever heard from a youngster, Debra could make any parent instantly change the TV channel. She is very cheeky and to the point. This is what so many people love about her character.

Later in season 1, she was seduced by the main villain/serial killer of the season named “Ice Truck Killer”, obviously not knowing at the time that he is a serial killer. He took her and almost killed her only to be saved by her brother Dexter from her in the penultimate episode of season 1. This event leaves him traumatized and uncomfortable around men long after her. He eventually finds love here and there, but from that day on, he has put his work before everything but his immediate family.

She is later placed in the Miami Metro homicide division with Dexter and the rest of the cast. After the events that ended season 2, she is awarded her shield and promoted to detective. She’s been through a lot, but thanks to her brother Dexter, she’s always had someone to talk to and guide her.

Currently, as of Season 5 Episode 5, Debra is still the top detective in Miami Metro’s homicide division, living in Dexter’s old apartment with Dexter and their son Harrison. Although he has made her nervous at times, I think he really enjoys having them living with her. Dexter has always been there for her, so having this chance to pay her back makes her really happy.

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