The briefing
Franklin starts the campaign repossessing vehicles with Lamar for Simeon. His driving skill and ambition make him a useful partner to Michael, but leaving neighborhood work behind also tests his loyalty to Lamar. His special ability slows time while driving, helping him negotiate traffic and difficult turns.
Franklin Clinton is listed as armed robbery; drug dealing (formerly); vehicle repossession (formerly); f. clinton and partner (2021) and is associated with Forum Drive, Strawberry (formerly); 3671 Whispymound Drive (Vinewood Hills).
Shawn Fonteno performs Franklin Clinton. Other names used for the character: F; Frankie; Frank.
Story connections
Franklin Clinton’s introduction connects the character with Michael De Santa, Michael, Trevor. Those relationships help place this profile within the wider cast.
Appearances
Listed edition: GTA Online, GTA V Story Mode. Story Mode and GTA Online take place at different points in the HD timeline, so shared characters can have different roles in each.
Sources & further reading
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