Gwen Tennyson

Gwen Tennyson, Ben's cousin, is a brave and resourceful ally with magical abilities, especially mana control. She provides tech support and combat assistance on their adventures, proving indispensable with her intelligence and quick thinking.

Character

Cinematic

Ben 10

December 11, 1995

Sagittarius

29

Bellwood, USA

Gwen Tennyson is a prominent character in the Ben 10 franchise, which includes various animated TV series, movies, and comic books. She is the cousin of Ben Tennyson, the main protagonist of the series, and assists him in fighting alien threats using her intelligence, martial arts skills, and later, her magical and Anodite powers. Throughout the series, Gwen evolves from a supportive sidekick to a powerful hero in her own right.

Gwen first appeared in the original Ben 10 series, which aired from 2005 to 2008. She was voiced by Meagan Smith in the original series and by Ashley Johnson in the reboot series. Gwen is a highly intelligent and resourceful individual, skilled in hacking, solving puzzles, and mysteries. She has attended various schools, including Bellwood Elementary School and Tennyson Academy.

Gwen has had various occupations, such as a waitress, babysitter, and plumber’s assistant. In the reboot series, she studies to become a doctor at Bellwood University. Alongside Ben and her grandfather, Max Tennyson, Gwen has saved the world numerous times, defeating powerful villains like Vilgax, Charmcaster, and Zombozo. She has received awards for her bravery and intelligence, including the Plumber of the Year award.

Gwen is a kind and compassionate person, always willing to help others. She shares a close bond with Ben, often collaborating to fight crime. Gwen is also a skilled martial artist, trained in karate, judo, and Muay Thai. She enjoys drawing and painting and has a pet cat named Mr. Smoothy.