Jack Sparrow's mother is an unnamed character from Pirates of the Caribbean.
Background[]
This woman once had an affair with the pirate Edward Teague and from their union she had his son in the form of Jack Sparrow. Following her death prior to 1729, Edward had her head severed and shrunken with him keeping it in his possession. Years later, the head would be passed on to Jack who kept it in his own possession.
Appearances[]
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End[]
In this film, Jack Sparrow asks his father, "How's mum" with Teague silently responding by pulling out Jack's mother's shrunken head. Somewhat horrified, Jack goes on to respond that she was looking great. At the end of the film her head can be seen hanging from Jack Sparrow's belt as he set out for the Fountain of Youth.
Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides'[]
Throughout this film, Jack's mother can be seen hanging from his belt although her presence goes unacknowledged.
Printed media[]
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Price of Freedom[]
In this book, Jack Sparrow's mother is said to have given birth to Jack during a hurricane.
Disney Parks[]
The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow[]
Jack's mother appeared in this show where she hung from Jack's belt, again unacknowledged.
Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar[]
Jack's mother makes a significant appearance in this bar at the Disneyland Hotel. Her shrunken head is on display in a box with a note from Jack addressed to his friend Trader Sam, the proprietor of the Tiki Bar who himself practiced head-shrinking. According to the note, Jack's mother('s head) enjoyed spending time with Trader Sam which motivated Jack leaving her in Sam's ownership. The note reads, "Sam. Rum is on you, heads are on me. Take care of Mum for me. She always loved hanging around in your pub -Captain Jack Sparrow".
