Can you become michael or franklin in gta online?

Grand Theft Auto Online is the multiplayer component of Grand Theft Auto V and is a separate experience from the single‑player campaign. In the single‑player story you may assume the roles of Michael, Franklin, or Trevor, each with distinct narratives and gameplay. However, the online mode does not allow players to take on those protagonists. Instead, players start with a blank slate—a fully customisable, silent avatar—and progress through missions, heists, and other activities on their own terms. This design allows each player to forge their own identity within the shared world of San Andreas.