Who is to blame for the death of Romeo and Juliet?

Just about every character can be blamed for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet, including Romeo and Juliet. Since the Montagues and Capulets are warring families, Romeo and Juliet both realize their marriage could very likely end in bloodshed. Tybalt can be blamed for Romeo’s death since his quick temper results in Mercutio’s death and Romeo’s exile. Friar Lawrence and the Nurse can both be blamed because they enable the marriage. Friar Lawrence marries them in secret, and the Nurse acts as a messenger of sorts between Romeo and Juliet. Even Mercutio could be blamed, since his rash decision to fight Tybalt results in his death and Tybalt’s. All of these characters contribute in some way to the deaths of Romeo and Juliet, for each hasten fate to its tragic conclusion.