The ex-husband of Lily Mercy, Jesse is a former Marine, proud of his strength and perceived superiority of others. Jesse is handsome, however his good looks hide the abusive man that he truly is. After sweeping Lily off her feet Jesse became abusive and cruel, often beating Lily so badly she required hospitalization. When Lily gathers her internal strength and leaves Jesse, Cooke is unable to accept it, refusing to give up what is his.