Character 101: Jackson Avery

Today we have Grey's Anatomy's Dr. Jackson Avery on the brain. Can you blame us? We first met this easy-on-the-eyes doc during Season 6 when Seattle Grace and Mercy West merged. Jackson quickly proved himself as an asset — something that didn't sit well with some of the Seattle Grace surgeons. Watch the video above to see what we mean. 

It's Gettin' Hot in Here: He may be medical royalty, but instead of relying on the fact that he’s Harper Avery’s grandson, Jackson has found his own success by being a dedicated, brilliant and heroic surgeon. He even risked his life once to save a young girl trapped in a bus. When it exploded, everyone feared the worst for Jackson — especially April. 

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I Object!: On the day of April's wedding to Matthew, Jackson stood up mid-ceremony and declared his love for the bride. The only person more surprised than Matthew and Stephanie? April. (Spoiler Alert: She loved Jackson, too!)

Jackson Stops April's Wedding|Watch this classic Japril moment from Season 10!|On the day of April's wedding to Matthew, Jackson stands up mid-ceremony and declares his love for the bride. The only person more surprised than Matthew and Stephanie? April. Watch this classic Grey's Anatomy scene from Season 10, Episode 12: Get Up, Stand Up. And don't miss all-new episodes THURSDAYS 8|7c!

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A Pregnant Pause: During this season's winter finale, Jackson and his now-pregnant wife April went for a routine ultrasound. Stephanie noticed a problem, but before alarming Jackson and April, she wanted a second opinion. Unfortunately, the heartbreaking diagnosis was confirmed. What happens next? Watch all-new episodes of Grey’s Anatomy THURSDAYS 8|7c!

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