Mary Joestar
CharacterMary Joestar is the mother of Jonathan Joestar and the wife of George Joestar I. She never appears alive in the series, known chiefly for the carriage accident that killed her as she shielded her infant son, an event that quietly sets the Joestar saga in motion.
Appearance
Mary carries a regal air, her dark hair pinned into a Victorian updo. A showy choker set with big jewels rings her neck, the largest stone resting just above her collarbone. She is seen so briefly that little else is certain, though she surely dressed as a woman of means would in her era.
Personality
The narrative reveals almost nothing of Mary's character, since she is gone before the events of the story begin. What her single defining moment conveys is a mother's devotion, since she gave her own life to keep her baby safe.
History
Mary lost her life in the carriage crash from which Dario Brando pretended to rescue her husband George. Afterward her likeness survives only in a photograph kept in Jonathan's bedroom, which the grieving boy gazes at the night his dog Danny dies. Years on, while Jonathan pores over the workings of the Stone Mask, he notes that the relic came from a journey his mother had once taken.
Her memory surfaces again in the poisoning affair. An inspector tells Speedwagon that Dario had pried the wedding ring from her body and tried to pawn it. George, aware of the theft, chose to return the ring to the jailed Dario and told him to sell it, hoping the man might mend his ways.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Mary Joestar?
Mary Joestar died in a carriage accident in 1868, crushed while shielding her infant son Jonathan. Dario Brando later exploited the event by pretending to have rescued her husband George.
Is there a female Joestar?
Yes, Mary Joestar is a female member of the Joestar family, the wife of George Joestar I and the mother of Jonathan Joestar.
Why did Mary Joestar have the mask?
The Stone Mask that later plays a central role in the story is noted to have come from a journey Mary Joestar once took, according to a detail Jonathan recalls while studying the relic.
What does Mary Joestar look like?
Mary Joestar carries a regal air with dark hair pinned into a Victorian updo and wears a showy jeweled choker, though little else about her appearance is shown since she dies before the story begins.
How is Mary Joestar remembered in the story?
Mary Joestar survives only in a photograph kept in Jonathan's bedroom, which he gazes at while grieving the night his dog Danny dies. Her memory resurfaces again when an inspector reveals Dario Brando had stolen her wedding ring.
Sources & Information
Looking for more on Mary Joestar? The JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Wiki on Fandom has a dedicated page with community notes.
View on FandomThis content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime series, manga, and official materials. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure was created by Hirohiko Araki, published by Shueisha, and animated by David Production. All rights to JoJo's Bizarre Adventure and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byHirohiko Araki
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byDavid Production
All rights belong to their respective owners.
Character and scene imagery on this site is original artwork by Daddy Jim Anime, not screenshots or licensed imagery. Official cover art is used on three types of pages for editorial commentary:
- Movie pages: theatrical posters and key visuals, credited to David Production and Shueisha.
- Game pages: official box art, credited to the game's respective publishers.
- Manga chapter pages: volume covers, credited to Shueisha and Hirohiko Araki.
- Licensed imagery: Photographs of real people, including creators, voice actors and production staff, are used under licence from the rights holder or the applicable stock provider, or under the terms of a public licence permitting editorial use. Each such image is reproduced in its licensed form and remains the property of its owner.
- Exceptions: Limited exceptions to the practices described above may apply to individual entries. Where an exception applies, it is noted on the entry itself alongside the applicable attribution. Rights holders may contact us regarding any attribution and it will be reviewed promptly.
Official resources:
Help Us Keep This Wiki Accurate
Daddy Jim Anime maintains this encyclopedia. If you spot an error, a translation issue, or something that doesn't look right, let us know.
