Character profile
Jay Gatsby
maleFirst seen chapter 5Last seen chapter 6
Gatsby tells an embellished autobiography, shows a Montenegrin medal, introduces his plan to meet Daisy through Jordan. Gatsby reveals his past business ventures (drug and oil), loss of inheritance during the war panic, and offers Nick a confidential side business that Nick declines. He also boasts about earning his wealth in three years and shows his vast wardrobe and mansion to Daisy.