Major Controversies Surrounding Jonathan Majors: A Detailed Timeline

Controversies are a part of history. Explore the biggest scandals linked to Jonathan Majors.

Jonathan Majors is an American actor who gained recognition after graduating from the Yale School of Drama. He starred in critically acclaimed drama films such as The Last Black Man in San Francisco (2019) and Da 5 Bloods (2020). Majors further solidified his presence in the industry through his role in the HBO horror series Lovecraft Country (2020), earning him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. This diverse range of roles highlights his versatility and talent in the entertainment world.

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2013: Alleged Abusive Behavior During Yale Studies

In 2013, Jonathan Majors allegedly exhibited physically and emotionally abusive behavior toward a partner while studying at the Yale School of Drama, according to a Rolling Stone report.

January 2023: Screening of Magazine Dreams at Sundance

In January 2023, Jonathan Majors starred in "Magazine Dreams" screened at Sundance Film Festival. It was later pulled from release and returned to its producers following Majors's harassment and assault conviction.

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March 2023: Arrest for Assault

In March 2023, Jonathan Majors was arrested for physically assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari.

March 25, 2023: 911 Call and Arrest

On March 25, 2023, Jonathan Majors placed a 911 call requesting medical assistance at his New York residence. He claimed he found his former girlfriend unresponsive and had spent the night at a hotel. Majors was later arrested on assault, strangulation, and harassment charges.

April 2023: More Women Accuse Majors of Abuse

In April 2023, Variety reported that more women accusing Jonathan Majors of abuse had come forward and were cooperating with the Manhattan district attorney's office.

May 9, 2023: Temporary Order of Protection

On May 9, 2023, Grace Jabbari was granted a temporary order of protection against Jonathan Majors by a judge ahead of a court date.

June 2023: Rolling Stone Report of Abusive Behavior

In June 2023, Rolling Stone published a report alleging a pattern of abusive behavior by Jonathan Majors dating back to 2013.

October 27, 2023: Disney Removed Magazine Dreams From Release Schedule

On October 27, 2023, Disney removed Magazine Dreams, starring Jonathan Majors, from its release schedule.

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November 29, 2023: Assault Trial Begins

On November 29, 2023, Jonathan Majors's assault trial began, and he pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor assault and harassment charges.

December 8, 2023: Original Release Date for Magazine Dreams

December 8, 2023, was the originally scheduled release date for Magazine Dreams, starring Jonathan Majors; however, the film was removed from the release schedule.

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December 11, 2023: Testimony and Video Release in Assault Case

On December 11, 2023, Chloe Zoller testified that Grace Jabbari looked "visibly upset". Another video was released of Jonathan Majors yelling at his ex-girlfriend.

December 18, 2023: Marvel Studios Parts Ways with Majors

On December 18, 2023, Marvel Studios announced they would be parting ways with Jonathan Majors following his harassment and assault conviction. He was originally set to appear in Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars. The Kang Dynasty was reworked into Avengers: Doomsday, with the main antagonist changed to Doctor Doom.

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