Patrick Jane

Fictional character

Fictional characterfictional human television characterQ2498328

Also known as The Mentalist

Present in work: The Mentalist
Creator: Bruno Heller
Performer: Simon Baker
Sex or gender: male
Occupation: con artist
, psychic
, consultant
+4 more
Citizenship: United States

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Patrick Jane is a fictional character and the protagonist of the CBS crime drama The Mentalist, portrayed by Simon Baker. Jane is an independent consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation, and helps by giving advice and insights from his many years as a fake psychic medium. He uses his keen powers of observation, his knowledge of psychology, and his genius to help lead the investigations.

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Given name: Patrick
Employer: California Bureau of Investigation
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Medical condition: major depressive disorder
Family name: Jane
Spouse: Teresa Lisbon
Born: September 16, 1974
Name in native language: Patrick Jane
First appearance: Pilot
Enemy: Red John

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