Franklin Clinton

GTA 5 Franklin
Franklin Clinton: Character Info
Role Main Protagonist, Playable Character
Gender Male
Born In Year 1988 (25 years old in 2013)
Nationality United States
Location Forum Drive, Strawberry (formerly); 3671 Whispymound Drive (Vinewood Hills)
Occupation Armed robbery; Drug Dealing (formerly); Vehicle repossession (formerly); F. Clinton and Partner (2021)
Also Known As F; Frankie; Frank
Performer / Actor Shawn Fonteno
Property / Safehouse Clinton Residence 3671, Whispymound Drive (Franklin's House)
Playability Story Mode, Director Mode
Vehicle Buffalo S White.Bagger Green
GTA 5 Franklin
Franklin

The Rise of Franklin Clinton

One of GTA 5’s most compelling characters, Franklin Clinton represents the classic rags-to-riches story in the modern Los Santos era.

Early Life and Background

  • Young gang member with big dreams
  • Started as a luxury car repo man
  • Ambitious personality seeking greater opportunities
  • Operating in post-gang era Los Santos

Career Evolution

Early Career

  • Worked at Premium Deluxe Motorsport
  • Repo work with luxury vehicles
  • Growing frustration with small-time operations
  • Meeting Michael De Santa – a turning point

Professional Growth

  • Mentorship under Michael De Santa
  • Development of high-stakes criminal expertise
  • Evolution from street hustler to professional criminal

Character Strengths

Unique Abilities

  • Superior physical capabilities
  • Special Ability: Time manipulation while driving
    • Slows down time during vehicle operation
    • Enhanced control in high-speed situations
    • Superior traffic navigation
    • Precision cornering at speed

Skills and Expertise

  • Expert-level driving abilities
  • Strong physical prowess
  • Youth advantage over other protagonists
  • Adaptability to challenging situations

The Contract Update

Post-Story Success

  • Timeline: 8 years after GTA 5’s main story
  • Establishment of “F. Clinton and Partner”
  • Celebrity solutions agency management
  • Professional evolution into a legitimate business

Business Ventures

  • Celebrity-focused problem solving
  • Professional agency management
  • Expansion into legitimate enterprise
  • Building a respected business reputation

Character Development

Personal Growth

  • Evolution from street criminal to businessman
  • Maintained core skills while expanding expertise
  • Successfully bridging legitimate and underground worlds
  • Building a sustainable future

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