Jane Donovan

Jane is feisty and protective of her son, Kevin, but often fails to get her priorities straight. After a messy divorce with old-time fling Brian Donovan, Jane moved to San Myshuno to pursue a job as a stylist. She often loses sight of what's really important and fails to keep in touch with Kevin. But should Brian or Kevin fall into trouble, Jane will fall down on their enemies like a ton of bricks.

Season 1
Jane returns to Newcrest to see Kevin and Brian upon learning that Brian is losing the Verdant to the Redwood family. She greets Kevin, who tells her that Rona Donovan is to blame for forging Brian's signature and helping the Redwoods. Enraged, Jane storms into Hector's office where him, Christina and Rona are discussing their plans and slaps Rona, scolding her for betraying her family. Later, Jane tries to comfort Brian when he is saying goodbye to the Verdant. Hector comes in and slyly teases Jane and Brian. Jane shoos him away and scolds him for his corruption and lies. Later, Kevin tells Jane and Brian that Roxy Redwood managed to win back the Verdant and that the Donovans are back in ownership, much to Jane's delight.

Season 2
Jane comforts Kevin after Brian is attacked and left comatose by an unknown culprit. Jane is called in to meet Claire Sullivan, who she discusses Brian's attack with. Jane reveals she is re-opening the Verdant that night and Claire suggests using it as a welcome-home party for her estranged daughter, Katie, which would attract all the gossipers in Newcrest. Jane agrees and the party is a success. Jane tells Kevin she is worried about him when he begins to act quieter and more depressed. Kevin blames her for being a poor mother and only showing up when it suits her. Jane leaves the room upset. When Brian wakes up, Jane calls Kevin and keeps Brian company, telling him everything he missed while he was in a coma. Jane is shocked to find a gun in Kevin's room - she confronts Kevin, who reveals Alistair Blackwell attacked Kevin and must be punished. Fearful Kevin will do something stupid, Jane locks him in his room. She is later shocked to discover he has broken out through the locked window and retrieved the gun. Brian later senses worry in Jane's voice but she lies and assures him everything is alright. After Kevin is caught up in a shocking confrontation wherein Jeremy Blackwell is killed in front of him by Alistair, who is then arrested, Jane and Kevin watch the news. Jane reconnects with Kevin, who reveals he needs help.