Jez Cook

Name:	Jez Cook (Heshima Thompson)
Age:	23
Background:	Ex-criminal

Jez's reasons for joining MI5 are a lot more personal than some of the other members of the team: "The fact he's lost his whole family has a massive effect on him," says Heshima. "He loved his family and he feels guilt over not being there for them when the bomb went off. Jez really doesn't want to admit to himself they're dead; he still lives in the hope that they're alive."

Jez also differs from the other members of the team as he used to be on the other side of the law: "Jez's criminal past gives him a real advantage in the team," explains the actor and musician who is also one of Amy Winehouse's backing vocalists. "He understands how the criminal mind works. Jez also understands how to intimidate people when necessary; he understands when to stay quiet and when to go into action."

One of the highs of filming Spooks: Code 9 for Heshima was the stunts: "I got all the good stunts!" laughs Heshima. "I had some real Jason Bourne moments. I think I'd be a loud spy; I certainly wouldn't be sneaking up on anyone. But my aim is to be the best at anything I commit to, so I would plan not just to be a good spy, but to be the best there's ever been!"

Heshima's acting credits include Spooks, Prime Suspect: The Final Act and Judge John Deed. As well as working with Amy Winehouse, Heshima is also releasing a solo album later this year.