Jonathan Majors, who was set to play the Marvel Cinematic Universe&rsquo;s next major villain, Kang the Conqueror, was fired after being convicted of misdemeanour assault in December 2023 against his former girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. The actor was required to complete a 52-week, in-person batterer&rsquo;s intervention programme but did not receive jail time.
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<h2>Marvel drops Majors</h2>
Majors made his MCU debut in the first season of the Disney+ series Loki and later reprised his role in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, which set the stage for his eventual clash with the Avengers in Kang Dynasty. However, following his conviction, the actor was dropped by his agency and subsequently fired by Marvel Studios.
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In response to his dismissal, Marvel decided to replace Kang with Doctor Doom, who will be played by Robert Downey Jr. in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, which replaced Kang Dynasty in the studio&rsquo;s lineup. Rumours suggest that Doctor Doom may kill off Kang in the film.
<h2>Majors recalls his firing</h2>
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Majors reflected on the moment he was informed about his firing. Recalling a conversation with his legal team, he said "He goes, &lsquo;I&rsquo;m just gonna tell you now,&rsquo;"
"'That way you&rsquo;re not surprised, and you can start processing it. They fired you. Marvel fired you".
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Majors described the experience as deeply painful, saying "There were days when it was like, &lsquo;Is this real?&rsquo; It&rsquo;s a heartbreak like I&rsquo;ve never experienced, and it just compounded and compounded."
The actor is currently promoting his new film Magazine Dreams, which will release on 21 March 2025. The movie was originally scheduled for a 2023 release but was delayed due to Majors' legal troubles.
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Jonathan Majors, who was cast as the MCU's next big villain Kang the Conqueror, was fired after he was convicted of assault in December 2023.

Jonathan Majors, who was set to play the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s next major villain, Kang the Conqueror, was fired after being convicted of misdemeanour assault in December 2023 against his former girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. The actor was required to complete a 52-week, in-person batterer’s intervention programme but did not receive jail time. Also Read: Avengers: Doomsday directors confirm that recent concept art leaks are fake Marvel drops Majors Majors made his MCU debut in the first season of the Disney+ series Loki and later reprised his role in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, which set the stage for his eventual clash with the Avengers in Kang Dynasty. However, following his conviction, the actor was dropped by his agency and subsequently fired by Marvel Studios. Also Read: Ibrahim Ali Khan allegedly feuds with Pakistani critic over Nadaaniyan review In response to his dismissal, Marvel decided to replace Kang with Doctor Doom, who will be played by Robert Downey Jr. in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, which replaced Kang Dynasty in the studio’s lineup. Rumours suggest that Doctor Doom may kill off Kang in the film. Majors recalls his firing In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Majors reflected on the moment he was informed about his firing. Recalling a conversation with his legal team, he said "He goes, ‘I’m just gonna tell you now,’" "'That way you’re not surprised, and you can start processing it. They fired you. Marvel fired you". Also Read: Pawan Kalyan critiques Tamil Nadu's stance on three language policy Majors described the experience as deeply painful, saying "There were days when it was like, ‘Is this real?’ It’s a heartbreak like I’ve never experienced, and it just compounded and compounded." The actor is currently promoting his new film Magazine Dreams, which will release on 21 March 2025. The movie was originally scheduled for a 2023 release but was delayed due to Majors' legal troubles. Also Read: Kim Soo Hyun-Kim Sae-ron dating controversy: Luxury brand Prada terminates contract with Korean actor

'It’s a heartbreak': Jonathan Majors on being fired from Marvel role

Marvel actor Jonathan Majors will no longer be part of the MCU franchise. He was found guilty of assaulting his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari during an altercation in March after which he was dropped by Marvel as well as Disney.&nbsp;The jury pronounced him guilty on all charges.

Jonathan is facing up to a year in jail. He gave no reaction to the judgement according to local media. He will be sentenced on February 6.&nbsp;

Grace had claimed that Jonathan left her with a fractured finger, bruising, a cut behind her ear and "excruciating" pain. He was arrested in late March after Grace claimed that he manhandled her when she found out that he was cheating on her. Grace and Jonathan were returning from a party when he received a text message from another woman. As Grace reached out for his phone to read the text, Jonathan held her tightly leaving her with pain.&nbsp;

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Jonathan Majors played Kang in Marvel films. He debuted as Kang the Conqueror in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania in 2023, and was set to appear in at least two subsequent Avengers films.&nbsp;

The actor has appeared in several major films, including Creed III, Lovecraft Country and others.

Marvel actor Jonathan Majors will no longer be part of the MCU franchise. He was found guilty of assaulting his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari during an altercation in March after which he was dropped by Marvel as well as Disney.

Marvel actor Jonathan Majors will no longer be part of the MCU franchise. He was found guilty of assaulting his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari during an altercation in March after which he was dropped by Marvel as well as Disney. The jury pronounced him guilty on all charges. Jonathan is facing up to a year in jail. He gave no reaction to the judgement according to local media. He will be sentenced on February 6. Grace had claimed that Jonathan left her with a fractured finger, bruising, a cut behind her ear and "excruciating" pain. He was arrested in late March after Grace claimed that he manhandled her when she found out that he was cheating on her. Grace and Jonathan were returning from a party when he received a text message from another woman. As Grace reached out for his phone to read the text, Jonathan held her tightly leaving her with pain. Interview: Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan talks about debut Hindi film Kadak Singh and more Jonathan Majors played Kang in Marvel films. He debuted as Kang the Conqueror in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania in 2023, and was set to appear in at least two subsequent Avengers films. The actor has appeared in several major films, including Creed III, Lovecraft Country and others.

Jonathan Majors dropped from Marvel films after being found guilty of assault

Actor Jonathan Majors’ domestic violence trial was postponed until at least Sept. 6 after New York City prosecutors asked Thursday for more time to prepare. 
 
Majors, 33, appeared in court for what was to have been the start of his trial on charges stemming from a March confrontation with a woman who says he twisted her arm behind her back, struck her on the head and pushed her into a vehicle. The woman was treated at a hospital for minor neck and head injuries, including a cut to her ear.

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Majors is charged with misdemeanours, including assault, and could be sentenced to as much as a year in jail if convicted. 
 
The judge set a new tentative trial date of Sept. 6 after prosecutors from the Manhattan district attorney’s office requested more time for discovery. 
 
Majors walked out of the courtroom after the hearing, acknowledging some seated in the gallery. At one point he bumped his hand to his heart to a woman seated near the door.

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His attorney, Priya Chaudhry, said in an email that Majors was unjustly arrested and that it was he who “suffered at the hands” of his accuser. 
 
She said Majors was “the real victim in this shameful ordeal,” adding that he “has had his life, career, and reputation torn apart. Yet he remains unwavering in his determination to be absolved from this harrowing ordeal.” 
Majors has starred in the movies “Creed III,” “Antman and the Wasp: Quantumania,” among other features. 
 
“We look forward to presenting the full facts and evidence at trial,” said Doug Cohen, a spokesperson for the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office.

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Actor Jonathan Majors’ domestic violence trial was postponed until at least Sept. 6 after New York City prosecutors asked Thursday for more time to prepare. Majors, 33, appeared in court for what was to have been the start of his trial on charges stemming from a March confrontation with a woman who says he twisted her arm behind her back, struck her on the head and pushed her into a vehicle.

Actor Jonathan Majors’ domestic violence trial was postponed until at least Sept. 6 after New York City prosecutors asked Thursday for more time to prepare. Majors, 33, appeared in court for what was to have been the start of his trial on charges stemming from a March confrontation with a woman who says he twisted her arm behind her back, struck her on the head and pushed her into a vehicle. The woman was treated at a hospital for minor neck and head injuries, including a cut to her ear. Cardi B to not face charges for throwing a microphone at a concertgoer Majors is charged with misdemeanours, including assault, and could be sentenced to as much as a year in jail if convicted. The judge set a new tentative trial date of Sept. 6 after prosecutors from the Manhattan district attorney’s office requested more time for discovery. Majors walked out of the courtroom after the hearing, acknowledging some seated in the gallery. At one point he bumped his hand to his heart to a woman seated near the door. Justin Trudeau's wish is Taylor Swift's command; singer adds Canada tour dates after PM's plea His attorney, Priya Chaudhry, said in an email that Majors was unjustly arrested and that it was he who “suffered at the hands” of his accuser. She said Majors was “the real victim in this shameful ordeal,” adding that he “has had his life, career, and reputation torn apart. Yet he remains unwavering in his determination to be absolved from this harrowing ordeal.” Majors has starred in the movies “Creed III,” “Antman and the Wasp: Quantumania,” among other features. “We look forward to presenting the full facts and evidence at trial,” said Doug Cohen, a spokesperson for the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Assault trial of actor Jonathan Majors postponed until September

Jonathan Majors is facing serious allegations, and ever since his shocking arrest, more victims have come forward to accuse Majors of serious allegations. However, amid all this, the 33-year-old actor's lawyers have once again called the Creed III actor ''innocent''. 
 
Attorney Priya Chaudhry has revealed in a statement that “Jonathan Majors is innocent and has not abused anyone.'' 
 
Further, she said, ''We have provided irrefutable evidence to the District Attorney that the charges are false. We are confident that he will be fully exonerated.” 
 
Majors was arrested on March 25 in New York after the police responded to a 911 call. According to authorities, he faced charges of strangulation, assault and harassment. 
 
New York Police Department (NYPD) said that the Marvel actor was involved in a domestic dispute with a 30-year-old woman.&nbsp; 
 
"The victim informed police that she was assaulted," a spokesperson for the NYPD said in a statement. "Officers placed the 33-year-old male into custody without incident. The victim sustained minor injuries to her head and neck and was removed to an area hospital in stable condition." 
 
The unnamed victim was taken to a hospital with “minor injuries to her head and neck,” authorities revealed back then. 
 
As per the Variety, sources have told that multiple alleged abuse victims of Majors have come forward after his March arrest and are cooperating with the Manhattan district attorney’s office. 
 
After the arrest, his manager Entertainment 360 dropped him. His PR manager Lede Company has also parted ways with him. He has also lost his many big projects.&nbsp; 
 
Jonathan Majors' next court hearing is scheduled for May 8 in New York&nbsp;

Jonathan Majors is facing serious allegations, and ever since his shocking arrest, more victims have come forward to accuse Majors of serious allegations. However, amid all this, the 33-year-old actor's lawyers have once again called the Creed III actor ''innocent''.

Jonathan Majors is facing serious allegations, and ever since his shocking arrest, more victims have come forward to accuse Majors of serious allegations. However, amid all this, the 33-year-old actor's lawyers have once again called the Creed III actor ''innocent''. Attorney Priya Chaudhry has revealed in a statement that “Jonathan Majors is innocent and has not abused anyone.'' Further, she said, ''We have provided irrefutable evidence to the District Attorney that the charges are false. We are confident that he will be fully exonerated.” Majors was arrested on March 25 in New York after the police responded to a 911 call. According to authorities, he faced charges of strangulation, assault and harassment. New York Police Department (NYPD) said that the Marvel actor was involved in a domestic dispute with a 30-year-old woman. "The victim informed police that she was assaulted," a spokesperson for the NYPD said in a statement. "Officers placed the 33-year-old male into custody without incident. The victim sustained minor injuries to her head and neck and was removed to an area hospital in stable condition." The unnamed victim was taken to a hospital with “minor injuries to her head and neck,” authorities revealed back then. As per the Variety, sources have told that multiple alleged abuse victims of Majors have come forward after his March arrest and are cooperating with the Manhattan district attorney’s office. After the arrest, his manager Entertainment 360 dropped him. His PR manager Lede Company has also parted ways with him. He has also lost his many big projects. Jonathan Majors' next court hearing is scheduled for May 8 in New York

Jonathan Majors' attorney speaks out amid more serious allegations: 'He has not abused anyone'

Jonathan Majors' star rose as suddenly as it plummeted. In one instant, he was the darling of Hollywood fans after his roles as antagonists in Creed III and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. And in another, he was arrested on charges of assault, strangulation, and harassment following a domestic dispute with a 30-year-old woman. And now his manager Entertainment 360 has dropped him, reported Variety. His PR manager Lede Company has also parted ways with him, added the publication. Majors was arrested on March 25 by the New York Police which responded to a 911 call. The woman reportedly sustained minor injuries to her head and neck.

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The fallout of the arrest was immediate. The US Army suspended their recruiting commercials featuring Majors, stating that they would refrain from using the ads until the sexual assault investigation was completed. Even his future as the Big Bad of the Marvel Cinematic Universe remains uncertain at the moment.&nbsp;

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Marvel Studios and its parent studio Disney like to play it safe and uncontroversial when it comes to their actors. And Majors was going to essay the primary antagonist in the fifth Avengers movie, titled The Kang Dynasty. Still, a recast may not be feasible at this point.&nbsp;

Majors is also known for playing the lead role in HBO's Lovecraft Country. He essayed the role of Atticus Freeman in the series, a Black Korean War veteran who goes on a road trip with his friend and uncle to search for his missing father. The performance earned him an Emmy nomination.

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Jonathan Majors' star rose as suddenly as it plummeted. In one instant, he was the darling of Hollywood fans after his roles as antagonists in Creed III and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.

Jonathan Majors' star rose as suddenly as it plummeted. In one instant, he was the darling of Hollywood fans after his roles as antagonists in Creed III and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. And in another, he was arrested on charges of assault, strangulation, and harassment following a domestic dispute with a 30-year-old woman. And now his manager Entertainment 360 has dropped him, reported Variety. His PR manager Lede Company has also parted ways with him, added the publication. Majors was arrested on March 25 by the New York Police which responded to a 911 call. The woman reportedly sustained minor injuries to her head and neck. The fallout of the arrest was immediate. The US Army suspended their recruiting commercials featuring Majors, stating that they would refrain from using the ads until the sexual assault investigation was completed. Even his future as the Big Bad of the Marvel Cinematic Universe remains uncertain at the moment. Also Read: Jonathan Majors assault charges: Marvel mulling over actor's future in MCU? Marvel Studios and its parent studio Disney like to play it safe and uncontroversial when it comes to their actors. And Majors was going to essay the primary antagonist in the fifth Avengers movie, titled The Kang Dynasty. Still, a recast may not be feasible at this point. Majors is also known for playing the lead role in HBO's Lovecraft Country. He essayed the role of Atticus Freeman in the series, a Black Korean War veteran who goes on a road trip with his friend and uncle to search for his missing father. The performance earned him an Emmy nomination. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Jonathan Majors dropped by manager, PR team after arrest on assault charges