Jacob Black: character description, biography, photo

Jacob is one of the most popular heroes of the Twilight Saga, created by writer Stephanie Meyer. He takes part in all four books of the series and is a witness to most of the main events. In the film adaptation of the novels, the role of Jacob Black (real name Jacob Billy Black) was played by American actor Taylor Lautner.

History of creation

Stephanie Meyer has repeatedly stated that initially Jacob Black was conceived as a secondary character. It was from him that Bella was to learn the main secret of Edward Cullen. Later, Mayer herself, as well as her agent and editor decided to make Black one of the key characters.

Through her official website, the writer talked about how the original text of the first book was governed after working on New Moon. The disclosure of the character's character in the sequel influenced his background.

A photo of Jacob Black can be seen below.

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Character Role in Twilight

In the first novel, Jacob played a rather small role. His father, Bill Black, is a good friend of Bella's father, thanks to which the main characters met. According to the plot, Swan is trying to extract information about the Cullen family from Jacob. Then the guy shares with her the legends of Quilets and hints about the vampire origin of Edward. After that, Jacob begins to have romantic feelings for Bella.

New Moon Appearance

In the continuation of Twilight, Jacob Black appears more often. One of the key story arches of the second book is his friendship with Bella. The latter, in turn, is trying to forget herself after breaking up with her beloved Edward.

In New Moon, readers are introduced to the true origin of Jacob - in fact, he belongs to the ancient form of werewolves, who are in blood feud with vampires. The first transformation makes the hero move away from Bella. He begins to learn his unique abilities and tries to adapt to a new life. In addition to this, werewolves are forbidden to reveal their essence to other people, which is why Jacob is trying to suppress his love for Swan.

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Heroes come together again after Bella several times is in mortal danger. Jacob manages to save his beloved, after which he finally reveals his big secret. When the girl leaves for Italy to save Edward, Black begins to experience burning jealousy. He gives Bella to her father, and also reminds Cullen of the seriousness of the contract between vampires and werewolves.

Continuation of the story: "Eclipse"

It seems that Bella made her choice and wants to turn into a vampire, but Jacob does not like this decision. He also believes that the girl actually loves him, not Cullen, but so far is not ready to admit her feelings.

In parallel with the internal drama, a more serious conflict is brewing in relations - newborn vampires led by Victoria. Werewolves decide to team up with the Cullen family to fight back the impending threat. Before the battle, Jacob learns about the upcoming wedding of Bella and Edward. He tells the girl that in this case he is not afraid of death and that he is better off not returning. Then Bella tries to convince Jacob to stay and not go to battle, she even allows him to kiss herself, but all to no avail.

Jacob Black: photos

In the final of the book, Black remains alive, but receives serious injuries, which take a long time to heal. Bella is not going to leave Edward and is ready for the wedding. She informs Jacob about her decision, and he, in turn, says that he will not cease to love her and wait.

Saga Finale: Dawn

In the final of Eclipse, Jacob hides in an unknown direction, leaving his family and friends. Dawn begins with the wedding of Bella and Edward, where many guests come. Among them is Jacob, who almost loses control after the news about the "real" honeymoon of the bride and groom.

As a result, the girl becomes pregnant. Black begins to hate the fetus, as Bella’s condition is rapidly deteriorating. Werewolves suspect that the future Cullen child is an unknown and dangerous creature that must be destroyed before his birth. Jacob is not ready to betray his beloved, so he goes over to the side of the vampires and forms a new pack, ready to protect the mother and her child.

A girl is born, and Bella's condition reaches a critical point. She is turned into a vampire, but she refuses to show any signs of life. When Jacob decides to kill a newborn, a "capture" occurs between them. At the same time, Bella came to her senses, and the whole family began to prepare for the coming of the Volturi.

Jacob Black's real name

Both flocks, led by Jacob and Sam, team up with the Cullens for the final battle with the ancient vampires. After some events, the Volturi decide to retreat and leave the child of Bella and Edward, Renesmee, alive. Then Jacob and the rest of the heroes find out that the girl will forever remain young and will never know death. Black can not resist the "imprinting" and begins to take care of Renesmee, wishing her only happiness.


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