She is a former inmate at Litchfield Penitentiary before being sent to Maximum Security after the Riot in Litchfield Penitentiary that occurred in Season Five , from which she got released early. She is the "prison wife" of Alex Vause as they aren't legally married. She is portrayed by Taylor Schilling. And proudly bisexual. At the outset of the series, Piper is portrayed as a relatively innocent woman who aims to remain on her best behavior and avoid conflict with the other inmates while quietly serving her time.
However, as the series progresses and she spends more time in prison, Piper's true personality begins to surface. She is revealed to be cruel, selfish, spoiled, sanctimonious, and willing to manipulate others to achieve her desires. Flashbacks reveal that Piper has always possessed a selfish side. She breaks up with Alex Vause and abandons her, despite the fact that Alex discovers that her mother has died just moments after their breakup " Tall Men with Feelings ". The series repeatedly reveals both good and bad sides of Piper.
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Prison changes Piper, stripping away her innocence and revealing a darker, more ruthless side as she becomes increasingly manipulative and morally compromised to survive.
At the same time, it makes her more resilient and self-aware, forcing her to confront her privilege and adapt to the harsh realities of her new environment. Alex, who arguably knows Piper best, repeatedly observesβparticularly in Season Fiveβthat Piper struggles with not being in control, revealing her tendency to be a 'control freak.
Later, Piper regrets this decision, berating herself for prioritizing the riot over spending time with Alex. In Season Six , Piper is highly protective and ready to do anything to keep Alex out of trouble. Larry characterizes Piper as someone who craves excitement and adventure, suggesting that she doesn't truly love Alex but is instead attracted to what Alex represents.
