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{{Infobox character
 
{{Infobox character
|name = Jezz Torrent
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|name = Jezz Torrent
|image = JezzTorrent-GTAVC.png
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|ogimage = JezzTorrent-GTAVC.png
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|deimage = JezzTorrent-GTAVCde.png
|size = 160px
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|size = 160px
|games = ''[[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]]''<br>''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]''<br><small>(Mentioned)</small><br>
 
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|games = {{Games|VC=y}}
|aka = Jizz
 
|status = Alive
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|status = Alive
|gender = M
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|gender = M
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|pob = [[United Kingdom|Scotland]]
|dob = 1962
 
 
|home = '''3D Universe:'''<br>[[Vice City (3D Universe)|Vice City]], [[State of Florida|Florida]]
|pob = Scotland
 
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'''HD Universe:'''<br>Unknown
|home = [[Vice City in 3D Universe|Vice City]] (as of [[1986]])
 
|nationality = {{Flagicon|Scotland|Flag of Scotland}} [[Scotland|Scottish]]
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|nationality = [[File:Flag_of_Scotland.png|20x20px|link=wikipedia:Scotland]] [[United Kingdom|Scottish]]
|affiliations = [[Love Fist]]<br>[[Dick]]<br>[[Percy]]<br>[[Willy]]<br>[[Kent Paul]]<br>[[Tommy Vercetti]]
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|affiliations = '''3D Universe:'''<br>[[Love Fist]]<br>[[Kent Paul]]<br>[[Tommy Vercetti]]
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'''HD Universe:'''<br>[[Love Fist]]<br>Love Fist Manager<br>Love Fist Songwriter
|vehicles = [[Love Fist Limo]]
 
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|business = Musician
|voice = [[Kevin McKidd]]}}
 
 
|vehicles = [[Love Fist Limo]]
 
|voice = [[Kevin McKidd]]
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}}
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{{Quote|Ain't we got a gig to go to? A racket to make? Groupies to abuse?|Jezz Torrent|sound=JezzTorrent-GTAVC-Quote.ogg}}
 
'''Jezz Torrent''' is a main character appearing in ''[[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]]''.
   
 
Jezz is the lead singer for the Scottish hair metal band [[Love Fist]].
{{Quote|Can I tell yous - do you know how they play ping-pong in Thailand? Let me tell you's, it does not involve a paddle, if you know what I mean! |Jezz Torrent}}
 
   
 
==Biography==
'''Jezz Torrent''' is a character in [[Grand Theft Auto]] series who appears as a main character in [[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]].
 
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===3D Universe===
 
In 1986, Torrent is first seen at one of [[Juan Cortez]]'s [[The Party|parties]], alongside two women.
   
 
Torrent, alongside [[Kent Paul]], [[Dick]], [[Percy]] and [[Willy]], later hired [[Tommy Vercetti]] to do some work for them, including the task of bringing [[Mercedes Cortez]] to them and buying some drugs for themselves, called "Love Juice".
Jezz is the lead singer for the Scottish hair metal band [[Love Fist]].
 
Jezz Torrent's name is yet another sex joke from [[Rockstar Games]]; Jezz is pronounced "jizz" if spoken in a Scottish accent and "jizz" is slang for semen. Thus, "Jezz Torrent" means "torrent of semen".
 
   
 
Later, a [[The Psycho|psycho fan]] of [[Love Fist]] tries to kill the band for unknown reason, however in both missions, the band was saved by [[Tommy Vercetti]].
==Biography==
 
===1986===
 
Jezz is seen in [[The Party|one of Colonel Cortez' parties]], alongside two women.
 
   
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According to his bandmate [[Percy]], Torrent practices bestiality and has previously had sex with sheep, though the truth behind this is unknown, as it may simply be an example of the band members taunting each other.
Jezz alongside [[Kent Paul]], [[Dick]], [[Percy]] and [[Willy]], hired [[Tommy Vercetti]] for some works, including bring [[Mercedes Cortez]] to them and buying some drugs for themeselves, called "Love Juice".
 
   
 
Torrent is a member of the [[Epsilon Program in 3D Universe|Epsilon Program]], and writes a testimonial on their website about how the cult helped him overcome a drug addiction.
Later, a psycho fan of [[Love Fist]] trying to kill the band for their "love juise" (their semen), however in both missions, the band was saved by [[Tommy Vercetti]].
 
   
===Later life===
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===HD Universe===
It is said on the TV show [[Fame or Shame]] that Jezz became solo after Love Fist (in [[HD Universe]] canon) and produced a 1991 record named "This is a Power Ballad" which was number one in Germany for nineteen weeks. The song itself is sung on the show by contestant [[William Angis]].
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It is said on the TV show [[Fame or Shame]] that Jezz left Love Fist and launched a solo career (in the [[HD Universe]] canon) and produced a [[1991]] record named "This Is a Power Ballad", co-written with [[Crow]], which was number one in [[Germany]] for nineteen weeks. The song itself is sung on the show by contestant [[William Angio]]. Torrent is one of the honoured celebrities on the [[Vinewood Walk of Fame]].
   
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Jezz receives a brief mention on the website [[fistfans.com]] in ''[[Grand Theft Auto IV]]''. After the website clarifies it isn't a place for fans of the "outdated" Love Fist, they bring up their legal dispute with Jezz over the domain name. Their official statement is that they don't care about Jezz's opinion of their website or if he found God, as their page is dedicated to fans of human fists.
==Trivia==
 
*Jezz Torrent bears some resemblance to [[wp:Paul Stanley|Paul Stanley]], the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for Kiss.[[File:JezzTorrent-GTAV.png|thumb|156px]]
 
*He used to have sex with sheep, according to fellow band member [[Percy]] in the mission "[[Psycho Killer]]".
 
*He is a member of the [[Epsilon Program]], even writing a testimonial on their website about how the cult helped his recovering from drugs.
 
* Jezz has a star on the [[Vinewood Boulevard]] in [[GTA V]].
 
   
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Jezz is also mentioned in ''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]'' on [[Weazel News]] during a report about a hotel offering new packages, including one called the "Jezz Torrent package". The reporter mentions that Jezz shat himself in an elevator, and went running around the street naked. Jezz and Percy are also mentioned by Willy in the [[Strangers and Freaks|strangers and freaks]] mission ''[[Vinewood Souvenirs - Willy]]''.
==Mission appearances==
 
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;GTA Vice City
 
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In ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]'', as part of the [[GTA Online: The Diamond Casino & Resort|The Diamond Casino &amp; Resort]] update, the player can buy the [[Master Penthouse/Decorations|Love Fist Guitar]], which was played by Jezz Torrent, to decorate their [[Master Penthouse]].
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==Influence==
 
*Jezz Torrent bears some resemblance to [[wp:Paul Stanley|Paul Stanley]], the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for [[wp:Kiss (band)|KISS]].
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*His name is possibly influenced by British keyboardist, guitarist, composer, touring member of {{WP|Black Sabbath}} and guitar maker {{WP|Jezz Woodroffe}}. This is made more likely by the fact he is credited in [[Grand Theft Auto V|GTA V]], suggesting that he and the developers are connected.
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==Gallery==
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===3D Universe ===
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<gallery position="center" spacing="small" widths="270px">
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JezzTorrent-GTAVC.png|'''Jezz Torrent''' in the original version of ''Grand Theft Auto: Vice City''.
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JezzTorrent-GTAVC-TheParty.png|'''Jezz Torrent''' at [[Juan Cortez]]' party on his [[Cortez's Yacht|yacht]] during the mission [[The Party]].
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</gallery>
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===HD Universe===
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<gallery position="center" spacing="small" widths="270px">
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JezzTorrent-GTAV.png|'''Jezz Torrent'''{{'}}s star on the Vinewood Walk of Fame in ''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]''.
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PenthouseDecorations-GTAO-WallPieces64-LoveFistGuitar.png|The Love Fist Guitar, played by '''Jezz Torrent''', as a [[Master Penthouse]] decoration.
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</gallery>
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==Mission Appearances ==
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===''Grand Theft Auto: Vice City''===
 
*[[The Party]]
 
*[[The Party]]
 
*[[Love Juice]] <small>(Boss)</small>
 
*[[Love Juice]] <small>(Boss)</small>
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*[[Publicity Tour]] <small>(Boss)</small>
 
*[[Publicity Tour]] <small>(Boss)</small>
   
 
==Trivia==
 
*Torrent's name is another sexual joke from [[Rockstar Games]]. Jezz is pronounced "jizz" if spoken in a Scottish accent and "jizz" is a slang term for semen.
   
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==Navigation==
 
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[[Category:Honored celebrities on the Vinewood Walk of Fame]]

Latest revision as of 17:39, 26 March 2024

Ain't we got a gig to go to? A racket to make? Groupies to abuse?
— Jezz Torrent

Jezz Torrent is a main character appearing in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.

Jezz is the lead singer for the Scottish hair metal band Love Fist.

Biography

3D Universe

In 1986, Torrent is first seen at one of Juan Cortez's parties, alongside two women.

Torrent, alongside Kent Paul, Dick, Percy and Willy, later hired Tommy Vercetti to do some work for them, including the task of bringing Mercedes Cortez to them and buying some drugs for themselves, called "Love Juice".

Later, a psycho fan of Love Fist tries to kill the band for unknown reason, however in both missions, the band was saved by Tommy Vercetti.

According to his bandmate Percy, Torrent practices bestiality and has previously had sex with sheep, though the truth behind this is unknown, as it may simply be an example of the band members taunting each other.

Torrent is a member of the Epsilon Program, and writes a testimonial on their website about how the cult helped him overcome a drug addiction.

HD Universe

It is said on the TV show Fame or Shame that Jezz left Love Fist and launched a solo career (in the HD Universe canon) and produced a 1991 record named "This Is a Power Ballad", co-written with Crow, which was number one in Germany for nineteen weeks. The song itself is sung on the show by contestant William Angio. Torrent is one of the honoured celebrities on the Vinewood Walk of Fame.

Jezz receives a brief mention on the website fistfans.com in Grand Theft Auto IV. After the website clarifies it isn't a place for fans of the "outdated" Love Fist, they bring up their legal dispute with Jezz over the domain name. Their official statement is that they don't care about Jezz's opinion of their website or if he found God, as their page is dedicated to fans of human fists.

Jezz is also mentioned in Grand Theft Auto V on Weazel News during a report about a hotel offering new packages, including one called the "Jezz Torrent package". The reporter mentions that Jezz shat himself in an elevator, and went running around the street naked. Jezz and Percy are also mentioned by Willy in the strangers and freaks mission Vinewood Souvenirs - Willy.

In Grand Theft Auto Online, as part of the The Diamond Casino & Resort update, the player can buy the Love Fist Guitar, which was played by Jezz Torrent, to decorate their Master Penthouse.

Influence

  • Jezz Torrent bears some resemblance to Paul Stanley, the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for KISS.
  • His name is possibly influenced by British keyboardist, guitarist, composer, touring member of Black Sabbath and guitar maker Jezz Woodroffe. This is made more likely by the fact he is credited in GTA V, suggesting that he and the developers are connected.

Gallery

3D Universe

HD Universe

Mission Appearances

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City

Trivia

  • Torrent's name is another sexual joke from Rockstar Games. Jezz is pronounced "jizz" if spoken in a Scottish accent and "jizz" is a slang term for semen.

Navigation

[ ve ]Characters in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
ProtagonistTommy Vercetti
Major charactersKen Rosenberg | Lance Vance† | Sonny Forelli† | Earnest Kelly | "Big" Mitch Baker | Avery Carrington† | Phil Cassidy | Colonel Juan Garcia Cortez | Ricardo Diaz† | Jezz Torrent | Percy | Dick | Kent Paul | Auntie Poulet | Umberto Robina | Steve Scott | Mr. Black
Minor charactersVictor Vance† | Gonzalez† | Leo Teal† | Pierre La Ponce† | Mercedes Cortez | Doris | Cougar | Zeppelin | Pastor Richards | Donald Love | Streetwannabe's Leader† | Cam Jones | Hilary King† | Alex Shrub | The Psycho | Maude Hanson | Jethro | Dwaine | Mike | Unnamed Vercetti Gang Bodyguard | Porn Guy | Harry† | Lee† | Alberto Robina | Rico | Pepe (gangster) | Pepe (customer) | Pablo | Pedro Garcia | Candy's Agent† | Franco Carter† | Mrs. Dawson† | Charlie Dilson† | Mike Griffin† | Marcus Hammond† | Nick Kong† | Carl Pearson† | Ricardo Diaz's Hitmen | Candy Suxxx | BJ Smith | Sonny's Right-Hand Man | Sonny Forelli's Associate | Dick Tanner† | Ted | Unnamed Property Developer† | Willy | V.I.P. | The Greasy Chopper Bartender | Unnamed Businessman† | Unknown Dead Man† | Café Robina Bartender | Haitian Gang Lord† | Officer Miller | Jackson | Officer Jones | Sam
Radio DJsOliver Biscuit | Maurice Chavez | Adam First | Jonathan Freeloader | Lazlow | Mr. Magic | Fernando Martinez | Michelle Montanius | Pepe | Amy Sheckenhausen | Toni
Radio guestsJan Brown | Michaela Carapadis | Jenny Louise Crab | Callum Crayshaw | Pat "Mr. Zoo" Flannerdy | Freddy | John F. Hickory | Jack Howitzer | Claude Maginot | Mandy | Emanuel | Gethsemanee Starhawk Moonmaker | Doctor Phillips | Jeremy Robard | BJ Smith | Konstantinos Smith | Barry Stark | Thor
Mentioned charactersMr. Chesterfield | Morgan Daniels | Giorgio Forelli | Fran | Jono | Ho Chi | Jimmy | Mario | Patrick III | Laura Shrub | Tim
Beta charactersMr. Moffat
Other charactersBob | Bruce | Mark Cosgrove | Eugene | Martin | May | Moweesha | Doctor Perkins | P. Rowe | Darren Webb
† denotes Deceased, Italics denotes a status determined by the player's choice
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