James Martinez (NYPD Blue)

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James Martinez
NYPD Blue character
First appearance“Pilot” (1x01)
Last appearance"Brothers Under Arms" (7x06)
Portrayed by Nicholas Turturro
SpouseGina Colon Martinez
ChildrenJames Martinez, Jr.

James Martinez was a fictional character in the television series NYPD Blue . [1] He was played by Nicholas Turturro from Seasons 1 to 7. [1]

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Martinez was originally assigned to the 15th Precinct detective squad as a temporary replacement for Andy Sipowicz after Sipowicz was shot. [2] Though inexperienced, he demonstrated enthusiasm for the job and a willingness to learn, especially from John Kelly, whom he idolized. [2] He proved a quick study, and his competence and upbeat approach to his job enabled him to earn a permanent assignment as a detective. [2] He went on to work primarily as the partner of Greg Medavoy. [3]

His family life wasn't always stable; he witnessed the death of his drug addict brother to a drug overdose, for which Martinez's father blamed Martinez. [2]

Martinez pursued fellow Detective Adrienne Lesniak, who sought to avoid his romantic interests by falsely claiming to be a lesbian. [4] They eventually did begin to date, but Lesniak's constant suspicions and criticism caused James to end their relationship. [4] In season three, Martinez was shot in the side, bullet fragments lodged near his spine, while responding to a call with Medavoy; though doctors initially feared he'd be paralyzed, Martinez recovered and returned to work.

Gina Colon, a new administrative assistant assigned to the 15th Precinct began a tentative courtship with Martinez. [5] After Gina was beaten and her face was slashed, Martinez aided in her recovery, and their relationship blossomed. [6] She became pregnant, but initially rebuffed Martinez's proposals because she didn't want him to feel trapped or obligated. [7] He eventually convinced her of his sincerity, and they got married shortly before the birth of their son, James Martinez Jr. [7]

The character was written out of the show in Season 7; [1] in the series, Martinez left the 15th Precinct after passing the examination for promotion and receiving a new assignment as a uniformed sergeant. [2]

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