Felonius Gru, known simply as Gru, is the main protagonist of the 'Despicable Me' series, which includes the 'Minions' films. Gru is a former supervillain who adopts three orphaned girls, Margo, Edith, and Agnes. Initially, Gru plans to use the girls in his scheme to steal the moon but eventually grows to love them as his own daughters. His character is characterized by his distinctive appearance, a comically exaggerated Eastern European accent, and his affinity for his small, yellow Minions. Gru's journey from villainy to fatherhood is central to the series, providing both comedic and heartfelt moments.