As we prepare to bid this beloved show farewell, take a look through our gallery of photos from Jane the Virgin’s 100th and final episode and watch Jane the Virgin online to catch up on episodes.
It’s Time to Say Goodbye
When Jane the Virgin first began airing promos in the summer of 2014, the concept of the show sounded rather silly.
A telenovela-style show about a virgin who is accidentally artificially inseminated didn’t wow audiences.
No one thought the show would last let alone become a fun, heartfelt, relatable family drama that would make Gina Rodriguez a household name and go on to win her a Golden Globe award. But alas friends, it did exactly all of that … and more.
It brought magic to the screen that has yet to be replicated by another show. Jane the Virgin broke barriers when it came to diversity; it celebrated Latino culture all while indulging in telenovela dramatics and some magical realism.
On Wednesday, we say goodbye to the titular heroine and her family, the family that over the years became ours.
But before the dreaded “The End” flashes across the screen (I’m already getting goosebumps), Jennie Snyder Urman teased a finale that will honor the Villaneuva women, weave in familiar elements from prior seasons and have us gushing ‘aww’ and gasping ‘ay dios mio’ in the same breath.
It is a telenovela after all.
Goodbye Swing
If you’ve been watching Jane the Virgin as religiously as I have, you know why I’m starting with this photo. It all begins and ends on this porch swing. This photo captures the essence of the series: three generations of strong, Latina women who have rejoiced, worried, cried and consoled each other on this very swing. Seeing them sit on it one last time, right before Jane marries Rafael and Xiomara possibly moves to New York, is enough to make anyone weep.
It’s Time for a Wedding
Alba will be officiating Jane and Rafael’s wedding, and though it seems she’s terribly worried about something — how could she not be? Have you seen their luck? — Rafael’s calm and collected demeanor proves that he’s ready to face any telenovela-dramatics with Jane by his side.
It’s Finally Happening
Alba and Xo have been Jane’s constant for her whole life. They’re always one call away and have been there as she welcomed Mateo, grieved Michael, and encouraged her to move on with Rafael. They’ll support her no matter what happens as long as she’s following her heart.
Something’s Gone Awry
But as the narrator loves to remind us, this is a telenovela and things can’t stay perfect for too long. Jane and Rafael are used to bumps in the road and their trip towards the alter will likely be no different. Urman teased that a lot of the finale drama surrounds Jane’s book deal. Let’s hope it can all wait until after they say ‘I do.’
Blushing Bride
Jane is glowing in this photo as she prepares for her big day, one that’s been in the making for five seasons. Urman teased that they will honor the structure of telenovelas “which means the good people get happy endings and the evil villains get what they deserve.” That’s a relief.
Best Friends Forever
One of the most endearing relationships on Jane the Virgin is the friendship that has blossomed between Petra and Jane. These two strong women started as enemies, became frenemies, and eventually sisters. Jane and Rafael even fought over whose “best woman” Petra would be. And though she’ll stand by Rafael’s side, she clearly has so much love for the both of them.
Family’s All Here
Weddings are about family and considering how close Jane is to hers, it only makes sense that everyone will be on hand to celebrate including Jane’s grandmother and Rogelio’s “diva” mother, Liliana, played by the legendary Rita Morena. Will she stir up some trouble again? We wouldn’t put anything past her.
Best Friend Reporting for Duty
It wouldn’t be a wedding without Lina! Jane’s bestie was there when Jane and Rafael first reconnected, and though Jane’s relationship with Petra has vastly improved, Lina is Jane’s day one. She deserves to stand by her side as the maid of honor! After all, Jane almost became her surrogate!
Best Woman
When Jane the Virgin premiered in 2014, Petra and Rafael were in a loveless marriage. But five seasons later, they’re relationship is healthier than its ever been. They’ve worked together, they co-parent, they give each other love advice, and Petra is even his “best woman.” Some people make better friends than lovers.
Mother’s Proudest Moment
Xiomara has always put Jane first, but it’s about time she did something for herself. After overcoming breast cancer and enrolling in nursing school, Xo and Rogelio made the decision to move to New York City so he could pursue his dream of becoming an American TV star. But will she be able to be so far removed from Alba and Jane?
Rehearsal Dinner
Before Jane and Rafael walk down the aisle they have to get through the rehearsal dinner. But knowing this series, something is bound to mess things up. What do you think is shocking everyone? Is Michael back one last time? Is Rose alive?
Midnight Snack
What do the Villaneuva women do when they’re stressed and can’t sleep? Drink tea and eat their comfort food aka grilled cheese. But what could be keeping them up? Did Xiomara finally muster up the courage to tell Jane and Abuela that she and Rogelio are planning a move to NYC? Or are these just pre-wedding jitters?
Lights Out
This may just be a photo of Alba turning out the lights as Jane spends her last night in her childhood home, but it has a deeper meaning when it applies to the final episode of Jane the Virgin ever. I’m not ready to turn out the lights.
Happily Ever After?
No matter what happens, Jane and Rafael will become husband and wife by the end of the episode. Despite the love-triangle that infuriated fans for multiple seasons, Rafael has always been Jane’s end-game. Now, Jane, Raf, and Mateo will officially be a family. *Takes a deep breath* I’ll just be crying my eyes out here.
