The Dude, whose real name is Jeffrey "The Dude" Lebowski, is a complex character with a simple outlook on life. He lives in a Santa Monica apartment with his rug, which "really ties the room together." He spends his days bowling, drinking White Russians, and listening to The Velvet Underground. The Dude is a man without a care, who navigates the complexities of life with a relaxed and often confused demeanor.