Hiram Lodge is a fictional character from the popular television series Riverdale, which is based on the Archie Comics. He is portrayed as the wealthy and influential father of Veronica Lodge. Hiram is known for his business acumen and often engages in morally ambiguous activities to maintain his power and control over the town. In the series, Hiram's character is central to various plotlines, often creating conflict with other characters, including Archie Andrews and Fred Andrews. His complex relationships and manipulative nature contribute to the show's themes of family, loyalty, and the struggle for power in a small town.