Jillian Russell

biography

Jillian Russell-Wilcox is a supporting character in the television Series Family Guy. She is Brian Griffin's ex girlfriend who he fell in love with until Stewie Griffin made him break up with her.

history

She used to be married to Derek Wilcox until Diane Simmons turned evil and killed Derek and hit him with a Golden Globes award statue which that made Jillian cry that she lost her husband and now she is back to being single again. She appears also in "Valentine's Day in Quahog", where she and the other ex-girlfriends of Brian is finally able to forgive him. Jillian appears also at the Brian's Funeral. In "Movin' Out (Brian's Song)", she and Peter become good friends after Brian ditches Jillian to have some time by himself. It is during this time with Peter, that she decided her and Brian should move in together. Brian agrees, and finds it going great until he discovers he is unable to pay their rent. Stewie shows up at Brian's door with wad of cash, offering to pay their rent if Brian lets Stewie stay with him and Jillian for a while. It is revealed to Jillian by Stewie that he was paying their rent while she and Brian were having sex. After Brian tells Jillian he didn't really want to move in at first she tearfully runs away. Brian later confronts Jillian and confesses his love only to find out she's dating Adam West living with him at her old apartment, breaking up their relationship.

appearance

Jillian is a Swedish American adult woman in her 30's with a smokin' hot bod and long flaxen hair. She has white eyes with black pupils and wears a light blue tank top with brown pants and chunky red high heel shoes.

personality

Naivety and Lack of Intelligence: Jillian’s personality is characterized by her naivety and lack of common sense. This is illustrated through various instances in the show where she demonstrates misunderstandings about basic facts and concepts. For example, she believes that Hitler is still alive and confuses the capital of Rhode Island with “Rhode Island City.” Such portrayals reinforce the stereotype of her being an “airhead,” which Brian himself acknowledges when he expresses frustration over dating someone he perceives as unintelligent. Charm and Attractiveness: Despite her shortcomings in intelligence, Jillian possesses a certain charm that makes her appealing to Brian and other characters. Her physical attractiveness is frequently highlighted, contributing to her allure. This combination of beauty and perceived simplicity creates a dynamic where characters are drawn to her despite their awareness of her limitations. Brian’s attraction to Jillian often overshadows his concerns about their compatibility, leading him into a relationship that lacks depth. Emotional Vulnerability: Jillian also exhibits emotional vulnerability throughout the series. Her past experiences, such as losing her husband Derek Wilcox due to tragic circumstances orchestrated by another character, showcase her capacity for deep feelings and attachment. This aspect of her personality adds complexity; while she may be portrayed as shallow at times, she also has moments of genuine emotion and connection with others.