Forrest's childhood friend and lifelong love interest. She lives a turbulent life of activism, abuse, and substance abuse before returning to him for stability. She initially declines his proposal but later reveals she has an incurable virus. She introduces Forrest to their son, marries him, and passes away a year later.
Jenny seeks healing and a new beginning.
Initial bond formed during early education.
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