Jacob Galati was born about 1400. One of the nomadic Roma people, his birthplace is unknown. He suffered his first death in 1429 when hanged after he was accused of stealing some sheep. Because of his immortality, Galati was able to get away with almost anything and hold no real sense of consequence or remorse for his actions. Jacob was the first mentor of the Immortal, Irena in 1779. After 65 years courting the beautiful Irena, she finally agreed to marry him in 1844.