Can i play as michael or franklin in gta online?

Grand Theft Auto Online is the multiplayer component of Grand Theft Auto V, developed by Rockstar North and released across multiple platforms from 2013 to 2022. The game is designed for up to 30 players to explore an open‑world version of San Andreas, featuring Los Santos and surrounding countryside. Players create and control a customisable silent character, which can be male or female and can be personalized with various clothing, vehicle, and skill options. The game does not include the single‑player protagonists of the single‑player story mode, namely Michael De Santa or Franklin Clinton. Consequently, players in GTA Online cannot assume the roles of Michael or Franklin; instead, they operate under the new custom avatar that is unique to each account. This design choice allows for more flexible multiplayer interactions and prevents the direct transfer of character identities from the single‑player campaign to the online environment.