
Alex first appeared in the fighting game Street Fighter 3: New Generation in 1997. He was presented as an orphan raised by a man named Tom, who acted as a mentor, manager, and father figure. Tom also had a daughter, Patricia, and the three of them formed a close family. For many years, the fighting game community believed Alex and Patricia were like siblings, with Tom providing a loving home and guiding Alex’s path as a fighter. This family dynamic was central to Alex’s character for almost 30 years, making him a particularly down-to-earth and relatable hero in the Street Fighter series.