Basic Information
Full Name: Zafina Aisha Cartwright
Nickname(s): Z (by everyone), Ice Queen (by everyone), Crazy Cartwright (by House), Darling (by Chase), Sweetheart (by Wilson)
Aliases: N/A
Age: 46 (as of Season Eight)
Birthday: December 25, 1971
Race/Ethnicity: African-American
Religion: Christian (COGIC)
Sexual Orientation: Bisexual
Place Of Birth: Memphis, Tennessee, United States Of America
Current Residence: Princeton, New Jersey, United States Of America
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish, Japanese
Relationship Status: Divorced
Occupation: United States Army Field Surgeon (retired), Trauma Surgeon (current)
Physical Appearance
Overall Figure: Zafina has a moderately muscular and curvaceous build with broad shoulders from her military training and flared hips that are appropriate for her age.
Height: 5'7
Weight: 135 lbs
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Hair Color: Black
Hair Style: Zafina will have various styles depending on how she feels or she'll wear her hair naturally.
Piercings: Ears
Jewelry: N/A
Tattoos: Zafina has an angel on her right arm, a devil on her left arm,
the word "Survivor" on her back, and a trail of music notes going across
her stomach.
Scars/Distinguishing
Marks: Zafina has some scars on her lower back and legs as well as a
birthmark on her right inner thigh that looks similar to a heart.
Clothing Style:
Health
Smoker - No | Drinker - Yes | Drug User - No
Disabilities (Physical or Otherwise): N/A
Mental Illnesses: Zafina suffers from PTSD and depression.
Addictions: N/A
Allergies: N/A
Personality
Zafina is a
woman with a cold front but a soft heart. Her nickname Ice Queen rings
true because she is a severe person with a regal and commanding presence
where she is harsh with her peers and coldly merciless to her enemies,
often employing a justice-based schadenfreude as well. Sharp-tongued and
highly combative, Zafina is no stranger to furious chastisements,
especially toward those who fail to live up to her high standards and
expectations. As such, she has no tolerance at all for weakness, lack of
willpower, and toxic behavior, fostering great distaste for her rich
contemporaries whom she views as spoiled brats who are privileged and
have never suffered a day in their lives. Zafina has a strong work ethic
to the point of being a workaholic and wants to get ahead in life based
on her own talents instead of connections or money.
One
would think that Zafina is judgmental and stuck-up from the way she
carries herself but that's far from the truth. She's actually quite
expansive and down-to-earth but you have to break through her ice wall
in order to see it. Zafina's biggest issue is trust which is the primary
reason for why she acts the way she does. She has a lot of pain and
trauma that runs incredibly deep and she has become quite bitter and
resentful of life, convinced that there isn't really anyone who
actually cares about her or who she can trust in hence why she is a
loner.
Zafina
actually struggles with low self-esteem and self-worth and hides
herself away from the world because she doesn't think she amounts to
anything and is insignificant. But little does Zafina know, she has much
to offer the world and is quite talented and wise. This is where her
soft heart comes in. For the people who are lucky enough to get past her
cold exterior, they see Zafina's hidden talents and interests as well
as how kind and understanding she truly is. Zafina will often uplift her
loved ones and give them advice on how to better themselves and their
lives, her criticism being brusque and she uses a tough love approach
which only amplifies it. But Zafina only acts this way because she wants
her loved ones to be the best versions of themselves and she wants to
place them on the most direct path forward.
Unbeknownst
to most people, Zafina actually does have an expressive and even wild
side that she's kept hidden away for years because of her jaded view on
people. When around people that she trusts completely, Zafina starts to
show more emotion and will even become physically and verbally
affectionate towards them. Her true colors start to show and she shines
like the rainbow she is when she's in good company. Zafina has much to
offer the world but she has to come out of her ice cold shell in order
to rise to her true potential.
Theme Song: Level Up by Ciara
Fears: Failure, being vulnerable
Favorite Color: Black
Hobbies: Anime, video games, cooking, dancing
Tastes In Music: Zafina has a very eclectic taste in music and her library of songs is
extensive. Her favorite genres include R&B, rap/hip-hop, soul, and
any kind of rock/alternative music.
Skills
Talents/Skills:
- Zafina's career as a surgeon gives her a very keen intellect. She is able to detect the smallest details in her patients and can even detect anomalies and problems lesser doctors would not. Zafina can tell by a simple look what type of medical attention, if any, is needed and is also a keen analyst with great attention to detail, able to quickly determine how to counteract any ailments or injuries a person may have.
- Zafina is a self-proclaimed foodie and can cook really well. She has numerous recipes that she has created herself and is open to various kinds of cuisine.
- Zafina is a great dancer and is classically trained, often dancing at nightclubs and studios when she has the chance and even participating in some competitions.
Combat
Passive or Aggressive: Aggressive
Fighting Skills:
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Muay Thai
- Boxing
Family, Friends, and Foes
Family
Mother: Helen Cartwright (nee Grant) | U.S. Coast Guard Admiral (retired), Judge (current) | Alive
Father: Charles Cartwright | U.S. Army General (retired), CEO of Cartwright Constructions | Alive
Older Brother: Charles Cartwright Jr | U.S. Marine (retired), Lawyer (current) | Alive
Older Brother: Jonathan Cartwright | U.S. Marine (retired), Mechanic (current) | Alive
Older Brother: Vincent Cartwright | Owner of Vincent's Inn | Alive
Older Brother: Virgil Cartwright | Police Officer | Alive
Older Brother: Valentino Cartwright | Firefighter/Paramedic | Alive
Older Sister: Beth Chapman (nee Cartwright) | U.S. Army (retired), U.S. Marshal (current) | Alive
Brother-in-law: Jason Chapman | FBI Agent | Alive
Twin Sister: Zuri Juarez (nee Cartwright) | Lawyer | Alive
Brother-in-law: Roberto Juarez | OB/GYN | Alive
Ex-Husband: Emmett Washington | Civil Engineer | Alive
Daughter: Emily Washington | Alive
Daughter: Athena Washington | Alive
Daughter: Raven Washington | Alive
Daughter: Serenity Washington | Alive
Love Interest(s): Gregory House, Lisa Cuddy, Robert Chase, James Wilson, Amber Volakis
Past: Being the youngest of 8 children, Zafina was born into a household
filled with love, privilege, and chaos. There were many fun times and
adventures in the Cartwright residence and Zafina had a happy early
childhood. But when it came to school, things weren't so great. Zafina
was severely bullied by her peers and was quite lonely and isolated. But
things started to look up when she started dating Emmett Washington at the age of 15 and he defended her from bullies as well
as helping her to build up her self-esteem and self-worth.
Upon enlisting in the Army at age 17, Zafina became a Combat Medic and
enlisted in college with the goal of becoming a doctor, graduating with a
Bachelor's in Pre-Med. This lead to her being promoted to 2nd
Lieutenant and going to the Uniformed Services University to become a
Field Surgeon. While in medical school, Zafina and Emmett eloped and she had their first child after she graduated.
Emmett wanted Zafina to be a stay-at-home mom but she refused and continued to follow her dreams much to his chagrin. Over the years, Emmett was a stay-at-home dad and studying in college while Zafina advanced in her military career and gained a good but fearsome reputation for herself. But little did Zafina know, things weren't as they seemed.
Emmett was cheating on Zafina the entire time and she discovered that he was planning to leave her for his longtime mistress (whom he had gotten pregnant) after Zafina had their fourth and final child thanks to the mistress' husband (who happened to be in the military as well) informing her about everything. Zafina beat Emmett to the punch and swiftly filed for divorce after 13 years of marriage, throwing him out of the house and cutting him off financially which was easy since they had separate finances.
Their divorce was acrimonious but thanks to the iron-clad prenup they had as well as the evidence of Emmett's infidelity, Zafina got out of the divorce relatively unscathed and Emmett moved away to be with his mistress and start a new family with her since he didn't get what he wanted in the divorce. Emmett refused to co-parent with Zafina nor pay child support out of spite and because he only wanted sons, not daughters.
Despite being heartbroken and now a single mom of 4 kids, Zafina pressed on and continued her military career, eventually retiring and moving to New Jersey with her kids, getting hired at PPTH thanks to her skills and experience. Now she's thriving as a trauma surgeon and raising her daughters on her own while keeping her heart closed to love and relationships.
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