Charlie Swan is a fictional character in the Twilight series. He is the father of Bella Swan, the ex-husband of Renee Dwyer, and the maternal grandfather of Renesmee Cullen. Charlie serves as the Chief of Police in Forks, Washington, where much of the Twilight story takes place. He is portrayed as a loving but sometimes overbearing father who struggles to be involved in Bella's life due to his shy nature. Despite not being part of the supernatural world of vampires and werewolves, Charlie acts as a grounding and stabilizing presence in the story, representing normal human connections amidst the fantasy elements. He is known for his protective nature and his efforts to support Bella, such as buying her a truck to help her independence and trying to comfort her during difficult times
. In the film adaptations, Charlie Swan is played by actor Billy Burke
