Rupert Edmund Giles[7] was the Watcher and father figure of the Slayer Buffy Summers, the former librarian of Sunnydale High School, and the occult expert of the Scooby Gang.

Rupert Giles (/ ˈdʒaɪəlz /) is a fictional character created by Joss Whedon for the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The character is portrayed by Anthony Head.

Mar 16, 2025 · Although Giles was often a key supporting character instead of the main focus of each season of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," he was a critical part of Buffy's growth as a person and as a...

Sep 24, 2025 · Giles appeared on Buffy's doorstep with a number of potential slayers in tow who had not yet been chosen. Even though the Watchers' Council was gone, Giles still acted as a guiding hand …

Giles, while also working as the Sunnydale High librarian, developed a close father-daughter-like relationship with Buffy, despite the fact that she is an untraditional, somewhat incorrigible Slayer.

Mar 9, 2025 · Every Slayer has a Watcher, a guide to teach and train her in the use of her abilities and in the knowledge that every champion needs to thwart her enemies. Rupert Giles was always destined …

Nov 7, 2023 · Throughout Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Giles's job as the Watcher of Sunnydale never made much sense. He was reckless in his youth, summoning demons and allowing them to possess …

It is also Buffy Summer’s new home. Profession... officially the school librarian. But that’s just his cover. He’s really Buffy’s new Watcher, charged with training and guiding her. Giles is perfect for the role, …

Jun 21, 2010 · Giles eventually grew up and gave in to his destiny, working as a museum curator in England until the Watcher’s Council assigned him to Buffy. Giles, while also working as the librarian …

Quotes 3 Rupert Giles: In every generation there is a Chosen One. She alone will stand against the vampires, the demons and the forces of darkness. She is the Slayer.