The Capulets are a prominent family in William Shakespeare's play, Romeo and Juliet. They are known for their wealth and social status in Verona, Italy. The family is characterized by their fierce loyalty and strong sense of honor, which often leads to conflicts with their rivals, the Montagues. Key members of the Capulet family include Lord Capulet, the patriarch, and his daughter, Juliet Capulet. The family's feud with the Montagues is central to the play's plot, ultimately contributing to the tragic fate of Romeo and Juliet, who fall in love despite their families' longstanding enmity.