This list of implied characters is an alphabetical list of characters which remain unseen throughout the Donkey Kong franchise, but have been mentioned before.
Bluster's mother
Bluster's mother is frequently referenced in the Donkey Kong Country TV series, and can be heard on the phone with Bluster. Additionally, she is the owner of Bluster Barrelworks.
Cranky's great-grandfather
Mentioned by Bazaar, Cranky's great-grandfather is said to have owned the Mirror which is currently being sold for 50 Bear Coins at Bazaar's General Store.
Cranky's lawyer
When winning against Cranky Kong at Swanky's Sideshow, Cranky occasionally accuses Dixie and Kiddy of cheating, and tells them he will consult his lawyer because of this.
James Dean
James Dean is a former American actor that is mentioned in the Donkey Kong Country television series song I'm Gonna Be a Star! in the line "I'm gonna be admired like James Dean or Mr. Bean".
Timber's Parents
The parents of Timber, Diddy's childhood friend, who were also mentioned in the manual for Diddy Kong Racing. They left their son Timber in charge of their island after going on a vacation with the Kong clan which resulted in Wizpig taking over the island.
Monkey Kong
Monkey Kong is a character mentioned in the Donkey Kong Country television series episode Message In A Bottle Show. Donkey Kong finds a letter while fishing by the Federation of Future Rulers that addressed a letter to Monkey Kong about how he should become the ruler of all rulers. However, Donkey Kong misreads the letter and believes it was addressed to himself.
Mr. Bean
Mr. Bean is a British comedy character who is also mentioned in the Donkey Kong Country television series song "I'm Gonna Be a Star!", also during the line "I'm gonna be admired like James Dean or Mr. Bean"