The fairy tale character who dropped a glass slipper is Cinderella. In the classic story, she is a kind-hearted young woman mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters. After being granted a magical opportunity to attend the royal ball, she leaves behind a glass slipper as she escapes before the magic wears off at midnight. The prince uses the slipper to find her, ultimately leading to their reunion and her transformation into royalty. The story symbolizes hope, resilience, and the belief that goodness will be rewarded.