Jonathan is an openly gay man. But he is not overly camp or effeminate. He is well spoken but can unleash his sharp wit on others. Bodie was often asked by fans about his own sexuality. The actor took it as a compliment because he felt like he portrayed Jonathan's homosexuality in an accurate manner. Bodie had to tone down his own "over-the-top" personality while playing Jonathan. He liked to add his own ideas into the characterisation but during filming directors often refused. Bodie quipped that he did not do the role justice unless directors told no more than times. Bodie said that he has a similar energy to Jonathan who is always trying to cheer the other characters up. He said that he likes to play such characters because you can be more creative. He added that Jonathan often gets to play out the show's comic relief because he is not "necessarily straight laced, boring or the lead [character]."
