Katherine "Kate", "Katie" Lockwood, is one of the main characters in Season 4 and 5 of You (2018). She is the youngest daughter of powerful billionaire tycoon, Tom Lockwood, one of the most richest and powerful men on earth, the wife of Joe Goldberg, mother of Henry Lockwood, as well as the CEO of the T.R Lockwood Corporation, an international conglomerate with investments in biomedical science, biomedical research and telecommunications and other businesses.
She is portrayed by Charlotte Richie.
Season 4[]
When Joe (as Jonathan Moore) first encounters Kate, she's introduced as Malcolm's girlfriend – sharp-tongued, guarded, and seemingly unimpressed by Joe. She projects an aura of disdain for the superficial, wealthy circles she inhabits, even while being a part of them. This initial coldness makes her stand out from Joe's previous obsessions. It's quickly hinted that Kate has a complex and troubled relationship with her family, particularly her father, Tom Lockwood, whom she despises. She has seemingly cut ties with him, distancing herself from his immense wealth and questionable business practices. Her ambition and drive appear to be a way to forge her own identity outside of his shadow.Despite their initial friction, Joe finds himself drawn to Kate. He saves her from a mugging, and she slowly begins to let her guard down, revealing glimpses of vulnerability beneath her stoic exterior. They bond over a shared cynicism about the "eat the rich" socialites they are forced to interact with. Kate appreciates Joe's quiet observational skills and his ability to see through the facade of their privileged friends, mirroring her own feelings.
As the "Eat the Rich Killer" storyline unfolds, Kate becomes a potential target, and Joe becomes her reluctant protector. This intense situation forces them into close proximity, accelerating their bond. Kate initially suspects Joe when Gemma is murdered and she's found with the knife, but Joe defends her, ultimately convincing her of his (feigned) innocence. This event solidifies her trust in him, as he helps her dispose of Gemma's body and cover up the incident. A crucial turning point in Kate's arc is the revelation of her own involvement in her father's corruption. She initially implies that her father was solely responsible for a pipeline deal that resulted in children getting sick and dying from contaminated water. However, it's later revealed by her father (and confirmed by Kate) that she was directly involved at a younger age (around 19), actively falsifying reports and pushing for the pipeline's approval to gain her father's approval. This confession shatters the illusion of her as a purely innocent victim of her father's legacy, revealing her own capacity for cold, calculated actions driven by a desire for power and validation. This is a significant moment that shows her complicity in corruption and mass murder by proxy.
This revelation fuels her internal conflict. She expresses immense guilt and disgust over her past actions, seemingly striving for a life of integrity as an art dealer. However, her actions also demonstrate a tendency to prioritize self-preservation and control, traits inherited from her family.When Tom Lockwood is murdered (by Joe, as "Rhys," which is actually a manifestation of Joe's psychosis), Kate inherits his vast fortune and control of the Lockwood Corporation. This thrusts her into the very position of power she claimed to despise, giving her immense resources and influence. Discovery of Joe's Identity: The most pivotal moment of her arc in Season 4 comes when she discovers Joe's true identity as Joe Goldberg, the serial killer, and the architect of the "Eat the Rich" murders. She confronts him, horrified by the truth. Instead of exposing him, Kate makes a shocking decision. Driven by a desire for control over her own narrative and perhaps a twisted understanding of Joe's "darkness" mirroring her own, she chooses to protect him. She uses her immense resources to Fabricate a new identity and a sympathetic backstory for Joe (as Jonathan Moore, a victim of the "Eat the Rich Killer"),Manipulate the media and public perception to clear his name. Effectively make Joe Goldberg "disappear" and reappear as a celebrated, wealthy figure. This choice involves evidence tampering, incrimination (of Nadia and Edward, who tried to expose Joe), and a conspiracy to become a fugitive from justice for Joe.
Season 4 Conclusion: Kate's arc concludes with her as a woman who has not only accepted, but actively facilitated, Joe's continued freedom. She stands beside him as they return to New York as a powerful, wealthy couple, ready to rewrite their history. Her transformation is chilling: she started as someone who claimed to reject her father's corrupt world but ultimately embraced its tools – power, manipulation, and cover-ups – to protect herself and the man she has chosen. While she may express remorse for her past, her final actions demonstrate a disturbing willingness to engage in criminal behavior to maintain her new status and protect her partner, making her a formidable accomplice rather than a truly reformed character.
Season 5[]
Kate Lockwood's arc in Season 5 of "You" shifts from a seemingly stable life as a benevolent heiress to a desperate struggle for survival and, eventually, a complex path toward redemption, albeit one still shrouded in the immense privilege that allowed her to escape direct legal consequences for her past. Three years after the events of Season 4, Kate and Joe Goldberg are a celebrity power couple in New York, with Kate at the helm of the Lockwood Corporation, ostensibly directing its vast resources towards charitable endeavors like the Lockwood Literacy Foundation, seemingly attempting to atone for her family's dark legacy and her own past corruption and mass murder by proxy (related to the pipeline scandal).
However, her carefully constructed facade begins to crack under the pressure of her toxic family, particularly her half-siblings Reagan and Maddie, who vie for control of the corporation. When a "hit piece" threatens to expose Kate's direct involvement in the cancer-causing pipeline, she, driven by self-preservation and a desperate need to maintain her image and control, subtly but definitively gives Joe the green light to handle the situation with her uncle Bob. This action directly leads to Joe's murder of Bob, with Kate becoming complicit in conspiracy to commit murder, even if she maintains a veneer of ignorance about the specific method.
Kate begins to suspect Joe's true nature, specifically his ongoing affairs, and delves into his past, questioning the circumstances of Marienne Bellamy's disappearance and Love Quinn's death. She confides in Teddy about her knowledge of Joe's crimes, including the murder of "Rhys" (Montrose) and Bob, admitting that she "unleashed a monster." This signifies her growing awareness and internal struggle, but she is still actively engaging in aiding and abetting Joe by covering for him. Maddie confesses to Kate that Joe forced her to kill Reagan (who Joe had unlawfully imprisoned), making Kate directly aware of Joe's manipulative control and his involvement in murder by proxy. This revelation deeply disturbs Kate, solidifying her realization of the monster she is living with. After Joe is briefly arrested for Clayton's murder (orchestrated by Bronte), Kate uses her significant resources and legal team to bail him out, further solidifying her aiding and abetting of his crimes. She attempts to get a video of Joe taken down, showcasing her continued efforts to manage his public image and protect their shared facade. She has a heated confrontation with Joe, where he weaponizes her own past complicity in the pipeline deaths against her, accusing her of being "worse" than him. This fuels Kate's determination to bring him down, recognizing that she can't continue living this life.
Kate intensifies her efforts to expose Joe. She starts investigating his past more thoroughly, uncovering more about his victims. She makes the crucial decision to tell Henry the truth about Joe, revealing that Joe is a "monster" who "hurt people," and takes Henry away from him. This is a significant shift, prioritizing Henry's safety over her own complicity. In a shocking move, she visits Nadia Farran in prison, implying a plan to work together to expose Joe. Kate is now actively working against Joe, using her knowledge of his crimes and her influence for justice. Kate formally meets with Nadia, who, still traumatized, is initially reluctant but eventually agrees to help. Kate reveals her immense guilt for enabling Joe and is willing to face consequences for her own past actions, if it means putting Joe away. She meets with her crisis manager, providing evidence against Joe. Kate realizes that the legal process will be too slow, leading her to the conclusion that she must kill Joe to stop him.
Kate takes decisive action. She freezes Joe's assets and evicts him from Mooney's, systematically dismantling his life. She reveals to Joe that she recorded his confession of Love's murder and other past crimes, intending to send it to the police. When Joe tries to kill Kate, it's revealed that Kate had hired a decoy knowing that Joe would fall for it, causing Joe to be knocked out, and put in his own cage. However- Joe unexpectedly hides a key in his own arm. Joe, in turn, shoots Kate, leaving her critically wounded. Despite being shot and hit in the head, Kate, with immense resolve, gets up and knocks Joe out, demonstrating her fierce determination to see him stopped, even while bleeding profusely.
Critically injured, Kate is rushed to the hospital. She survives the gunshot wound and severe burns. Despite her own extensive criminal history, Kate is not prosecuted due to her wealth and influence. In the aftermath, she ensures Joe is imprisoned and takes full custody of Henry. Kate then commits to using the Lockwood Corporation for good, transforming it into a non-profit and using its resources to help women in need, including Marienne. She achieves a form of justice for Joe and attempts to make amends for her past, but her own vile acts go unpunished- although she has seemingly found redemption.
Personality[]
Kate is, at her core, guarded and cynical. She carries a heavy past, making her inherently distrustful of others and the opulent world she inhabits. This wariness often makes her appear cold or aloof to outsiders, but it's a shield born from years of navigating manipulation and deceit within her own family. She's also remarkably intelligent and perceptive, quickly sizing up situations and people. Beneath this tough exterior, Kate is conflicted and deeply burdened. She desires to be good and to escape the corrupt legacy of her father, feeling immense guilt over her past complicity. This internal struggle makes her vulnerable, though she rarely shows it.
She craves genuine connection and acceptance, which is a key reason she initially falls for Joe, believing he sees the real her. However, Kate is also undeniably ambitious and resourceful. She is a survivor, capable of making incredibly pragmatic, even ruthless, decisions when under pressure. She's inherited a strong drive for control and isn't afraid to wield power, sometimes with unscrupulous methods, to protect herself, her interests, and eventually, her stepson. This blend of her desire for good and her capacity for darkness makes her a complex and often unpredictable character. Ultimately, Kate is resilient and adaptive. She navigates extreme situations, facing immense threats and moral dilemmas, yet she consistently finds a way to endure. Her personality is a testament to the idea that even those from the darkest backgrounds can possess a blend of light and shadow, striving for a better path while still being shaped by the difficult choices they've made.
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