A former policeman who retired after losing his wife to a mugger, Jackson's life was changed forever when he took in a pregnant runaway, opening his home and hospitality to her. He knew from the haunted look in her eye that the unborn child was conceived unwillingly but asked no questions, giving only support and comfort. When the child, a daughter named Vanessa, was born, Jackson made certain that she was kept safe and provided money to make sure she was enrolled in a proper school.

The unfortunate murder of Vanessa's mother resulted in Jackson becoming the girl's soul legal guardian, raising her as if she was his own flesh and blood, encouraging her kindness and independent streak. When she displayed a talent and passion for fighting, he enrolled her in the MMA arena run by a friend of his. He became her coach, and watched with fatherly pride at how fast Vanessa climbed the ladder. He fully accepted and liked meeting Sterling when the boy begun dating Vanessa.



Although recent events have gone beyond Jackson's understanding, the man remains steadfast, understanding and open-minded, accepting both Nina's vampirism and his daughter's powers, and keeping both secret.

Both his own spotless record as a policeman and his connection to Vanessa makes Jackson well respected in the city and still retains the aura of authority that served him well in the force, able quiet many with little more than a stern glare should his calm warmth fail him. intelligent, strong-willed and tough-as-nails, and won't hesitate to fight to defend himself and those around him, still a strong and capable fighter despite being in his mid-60s. Although he knows Vanessa has long passed the need for him to keep her safe, Jackson won't hesitate to come running to help and wholeheartedly if asked.