Jay Mitchell 
 played by Jamie Borthwick

Street-smart Jay was hit hard by the death of his dad, Jase. He's a happier chappy now he's an official Mitchell.

First appearance: 14.12.2006

Marital Status: single

Address: 55 Victoria Road

Occupation: Apprentice mechanic

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Jay Brown

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With a gob on him to rival bolshie Bianca Jackson – this is one young tough-nut with a bag of oven chips on his shoulder. Life hasn’t been an easy ride for Jay. He’s a wild one, who feels that the world owes him big-time. He’s had to deal with the death of his mum, dad and loving grandmother all at such a young age.

The rapscallion’s had it tough, but he’s a bright lad. He’s also a mean little boxer. After becoming a fully fledged member of the Mitchells, Phil showed him the ropes, took him under his wing (while poor Ben has been left waiting in the wings), and even gave him a job at The Arches.

Family

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Bert Atkinson

Grandfather

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Karen Brown

Mother (deceased)

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Jase Dyer

Father

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Evie Brown

Grandmother (deceased)

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Billy Mitchell

Guardian

Love

Abi Branning

Abi Branning

Abi's innocence and good heart made Jay fall for her.

Key dates

22 March 2011
Kisses Abi for the first time.

07 Oct 2010
Knocking Connor to the floor to get Phil's money back, earning his place in the Mitchells.

07 Oct 2010
Being hit by Billie after asking what happened to him in care.

19 Aug 2010
Going to visit Dawn.

05 April 20010
Moving into Heather's with Billy.

02 Nov 2009
Mugging Lucy for her new phone.

19 Oct 2009
Peggy asking Billy and Jay to leave the Vic as there's no room.

25 Aug 2009
Going to Dawn and Gary's wedding.

28 May 2009
Being saved by Billy from Bird and his gang.

22 May 2009
Being told the truth by Billy about the night his dad, Jase, died.

21 May 2009
Attending his dad's murder trial.

07 Oct 2008
Attending his dad's funeral.

28 Aug 2008
His dad dies after being stabbed by Terry.

22 Jan 2008
Being stabbed by Tegs, after falling in with a local gang.

19 Jul 2007
His dad showing up in Walford, after being out of his life for years.

12 Dec 2006
Coming face to face with his granddad.

08 Dec 2006
The death of his mum and grandmother from cancer.

Actor profile

About Jamie Borthwick

Jamie's favourite EastEnders character is Phil Mitchell. He says, "He's the one that really stands out for me. The Mitchells are great."

Jamie's a West Ham fan, like castmates, Perry Fenwick (Billy), and Cliff Parisi (Minty).

He enjoys watching boxing

Star sign:

Eye colour: Green

Height:

First appearance: 14.12.2006

Jamie appeared alongside Shane Richie in the TV show Celebrate Oliver!

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