Cameron Frye is a fictional character from the 1986 film Ferris Bueller's Day Off, directed by John Hughes. He is portrayed by actor Alan Ruck and is best known as Ferris Bueller's best friend. Cameron is characterized by his anxious personality and struggles with the pressures of his overbearing parents. In the film, Cameron's journey revolves around his decision to skip school with Ferris and their other friend, Sloane Peterson. Throughout the day, he learns to confront his fears and assert his independence, culminating in a memorable scene involving his father's prized car, a Ferrari.