MJ | |
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Marvel Cinematic Universe character | |
![]() MJ in Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019) | |
First appearance | Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) |
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Portrayed by | Zendaya |
In-universe information | |
Full name | Michelle Jones-Watson[1] |
Occupation | Undergraduate Barista |
Significant other | Peter Parker |
Origin | Queens, New York, United States |
Nationality | American |
Michelle Jones-Watson, most commonly known as MJ, is a fictional character portrayed by Zendaya in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film franchise, an original character within the media franchise that pays homage to Mary Jane "MJ" Watson, a recurring love interest of Spider-Man in comic books and various media.[2][3][4]
She is depicted as a smart, snarky classmate of Peter Parker in Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), and becomes his love interest after discovering his secret identity in the sequel Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019), a unique aspect for original characters within the MCU franchise and upon Spider-Man feature films preceding it.[5] She returns in Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021), helping Peter, Ned, and Doctor Strange to capture multiple villains that have entered their universe from the multiverse. Her romantic involvement in Peter's personal life would eventually be undone due to Strange's casting of a spell that permanently erased the world's memory of Parker's civilian persona, including the loss of his previous bonds he forged with his friends, loved ones, and allies.[6]
The character has received positive reviews, and Zendaya has been praised as a strong female supporting cast member, receiving the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress for her acting in Far From Home.
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