John Shelby, a prominent character in *Peaky Blinders*, is fiercely loyal, impulsive, and emotionally volatile, embodying both the charm and the chaos of the Shelby family. As the third Shelby brother, he often acts as the emotional core of the group—hot-headed, quick to resort to violence, but deeply devoted to his family, especially his brothers and children. John thrives on action and intensity, often displaying a brash confidence and dark humor that masks his inner vulnerability and trauma from the war. His impulsiveness can lead to recklessness, yet it's also tied to his unshakable sense of duty and identity as a Peaky Blinder. Beneath his bravado lies a man struggling with the brutality of his world, constantly seeking control through loyalty, status, and strength, while occasionally revealing glimpses of a softer, more conflicted side.