Real Name: Jessica Campbell Jones
Aliases: Jewel, Knightress, J.J.
Identity: Public
Occupation: Private Investigator, Former Superhero
Citizenship: American
Place of Birth: Forest Hills, Queens, New York, USA
Known Relatives: Brian Jones (father, deceased), Alisa Jones (mother, deceased), Phillip Jones (brother, deceased)
Group Affiliation: Alias Investigations (Founder), Defenders
Education: Attended Midtown High School
First Appearance: Jessica Jones (Season 1, Episode 1, "AKA Ladies Night," Netflix, 2015)
History: Jessica Jones was born in Queens, New York, to a seemingly ordinary family. Her life took a tragic turn when a car accident, caused by her father’s reckless driving, killed her entire family. Jessica was the sole survivor but was left in a coma. During her recovery, she was exposed to experimental chemicals from a nearby military convoy accident. These chemicals granted her superhuman abilities.After waking from her coma, Jessica was adopted by Dorothy Walker, a talent agent, and became the stepsister of Dorothy's daughter, Trish Walker. Despite the newfound family, Jessica struggled with the trauma of her parents' death and her developing powers, which included superhuman strength, durability, and the ability to leap great distances. Influenced by Trish, who encouraged her to use her powers for good, Jessica briefly attempted to become a superhero under the alias "Jewel." However, her heroic career was short-lived.Jessica’s life took a dark turn when she encountered Kilgrave, a sadistic man with mind-control powers. Kilgrave used his abilities to dominate Jessica, forcing her to commit heinous acts, including murder. After breaking free from his control, Jessica was left deeply scarred, suffering from PTSD, and abandoned her superhero persona.Determined to rebuild her life, Jessica started Alias Investigations, a private detective agency. She became known for her tenacity and willingness to take on cases that others wouldn’t, often involving superhuman clients. Despite her rough exterior and heavy drinking, Jessica is driven by a desire to protect others from the kind of suffering she endured, particularly when she discovers Kilgrave has resurfaced.Jessica’s journey has led her to confront her past, reclaim her identity, and fight for justice on her own terms. She joined forces with other street-level heroes, including Daredevil, Luke Cage, and Iron Fist, to form the Defenders, a group dedicated to protecting New York City from various threats. Her complex relationship with Luke Cage and her struggle with Kilgrave’s influence have been central themes in her story.
Height: 5’10” (178 cm)
Weight: 140 lbs (64 kg)
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Dark Brown, often dyed black
Abilities: Jessica Jones possesses superhuman strength, allowing her to lift cars and perform incredible feats of physical power. She has enhanced durability, making her highly resistant to physical injury, and she can leap great distances, though she does not possess true flight. Despite her powers, Jessica often relies on her skills as a private investigator, including surveillance, interrogation, and hand-to-hand combat. Her greatest strength, however, is her resilience and determination, which drive her to protect others, even at great personal cost.
Accessories: Jessica’s most notable accessory is her smartphone, which she uses to manage her private investigation business, Alias Investigations. She often carries a camera for surveillance work and has a variety of lock-picking tools and other detective gear. Jessica is also known for her distinctive leather jacket, which has become a symbol of her tough, no-nonsense approach to life.