Cyril Bassington

Cyril Bassington-Bassington is a fictional character created by P. G. Wodehouse, appearing in the short story 'Jeeves and the Chump Cyril' (also known as 'A Letter of Introduction' and 'Startling Dressiness of a Lift Attendant'). He is a fish-faced, aspiring actor and chump billeted on Bertie Wooster in New York by Aunt Agatha, leading to chaotic adventures involving purple socks, Broadway ambitions, and a jail stint. Cyril's antics highlight Wodehouse's humorous portrayal of theatrical aspirations and social blunders.