Jay — Men in Black Character Profile

About Jay

Rookie agent who quickly adapts to MIB duties, known for his quick wit and partnership with K.

Jay — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Quick reflexes, Alien tech adaptation, Interrogation, Firearms, Leadership

• Strength: 6/10
• Intelligence: 7/10
• Charisma: 8/10
• Morality: 8/10
• Influence: 6/10

Affiliations

• New York City Police Department
• Men in Black universe

Quick Facts about Jay

Full Name

James Darrel Edwards III

Occupation

intelligence agent, police detective

Nationality

[[United States

Jay's Known Relations

• New York City Police Department — Employer
• Agent K — Business partner
• Boris the Animal — Enemy

Jay appears in 3 titles

• Men in Black (1997)
• Men in Black II (2002) — character page
• Men in Black 3 (2012) — character page

Character Facts

Played by

Will Smith

Appears in

Men in Black (1997)

Role

Protagonist

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