History of Jonathan Majors in Timeline
Jonathan Majors is an American actor who gained recognition for his roles in critically acclaimed films like *The Last Black Man in San Francisco* and *Da 5 Bloods*, as well as the HBO series *Lovecraft Country*, earning him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. A Yale School of Drama graduate, Majors has quickly established himself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
September 7, 1989: Jonathan Majors Born
On September 7, 1989, Jonathan Michael Majors was born. He later became an American actor known for roles in film and television.
2008: Graduates from Duncanville High School
In 2008, Jonathan Majors graduated from Duncanville High School.
2013: Alleged Abusive Behavior Begins
According to a Rolling Stone report in June 2023, allegations of Jonathan Majors's abusive behavior toward partners dated back to 2013, when he was studying at the Yale School of Drama.
2016: Graduates from Yale School of Drama
In 2016, Jonathan Majors graduated with a Master of Fine Arts from the Yale School of Drama.
September 2, 2017: 'Hostiles' World Premiere at Telluride Film Festival
On September 2, 2017, the film "Hostiles", featuring Jonathan Majors, had its world premiere at the Telluride Film Festival.
September 10, 2017: 'Hostiles' Screened at Toronto International Film Festival
On September 10, 2017, the film "Hostiles", featuring Jonathan Majors, was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival.
2018: Appears in 'White Boy Rick' and 'Out of Blue'
In 2018, Jonathan Majors appeared in the films "White Boy Rick" and "Out of Blue", both of which screened at the Toronto International Film Festival.
January 26, 2019: 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco' Premieres at Sundance Film Festival
On January 26, 2019, "The Last Black Man in San Francisco", starring Jonathan Majors, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
June 7, 2019: 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco' Released in the US
On June 7, 2019, the film "The Last Black Man in San Francisco", starring Jonathan Majors, was released by A24 in the United States.
2019: Stars in 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco'
In 2019, Jonathan Majors rose to prominence for starring in the drama film "The Last Black Man in San Francisco".
2020: Stars in 'Da 5 Bloods' and 'Lovecraft Country'
In 2020, Jonathan Majors starred in Spike Lee's war drama film "Da 5 Bloods", released on Netflix, and garnered wider notice for portraying Atticus Freeman in the HBO television series "Lovecraft Country".
2020: Reconnected with father
In 2020, Jonathan Majors stated that his father, who had disappeared when he was young, resurfaced after 17 years, and they have since reconnected.
August 2021: Relationship with Grace Jabbari begins
In August 2021, Jonathan Majors began a relationship with British dancer Grace Jabbari, whom he met on the set of the film "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" in London.
2021: Portrays Nat Love in 'The Harder They Fall'
In 2021, Jonathan Majors portrayed Nat Love in the western film "The Harder They Fall".
2021: Stars in 'The Harder They Fall'
In 2021, Jonathan Majors starred in Jeymes Samuel's film "The Harder They Fall", acting alongside Idris Elba, Zazie Beetz, Regina King and Delroy Lindo.
2021: Domestic abuse allegedly began
In March 2024, Grace Jabbari sued Jonathan Majors for defamation, assault, and battery, alleging that Majors had a "pattern of pervasive domestic abuse that began in 2021 and extended through 2023".
2022: First Met Meagan Good
In 2022, Jonathan Majors first met Meagan Good at Ebony magazine's Power 100 event.
2022: Portrays Jesse L. Brown in 'Devotion'
In 2022, Jonathan Majors portrayed Jesse L. Brown in the war film "Devotion".
January 2023: 'Magazine Dreams' screened at Sundance
In January 2023, Jonathan Majors's film "Magazine Dreams" was screened at Sundance Film Festival.
March 2023: Separation from Grace Jabbari
In March 2023, Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari separated following an incident involving assault and harassment.
March 2023: Arrested for Assault
In March 2023, Jonathan Majors was arrested for physically assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. Later in December, he was found guilty of assault and harassment, leading to him being dropped from numerous projects, including future involvement with the MCU. He later attended a 52-week domestic violence intervention program.
March 25, 2023: 911 call and arrest on assault charges
On March 25, 2023, Jonathan Majors placed a 911 call requesting assistance at his New York residence, claiming he found Grace Jabbari unresponsive. He was later arrested on assault, strangulation, and harassment charges following a domestic dispute. He was released from custody, and his spokesperson denied the allegations.
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: Jabbari Granted Order of Protection
On May 9, 2023, Grace Jabbari was granted a temporary order of protection against Jonathan Majors ahead of their court date.
May 2023: Begins Dating Meagan Good
In May 2023, Jonathan Majors began dating actress Meagan Good.
June 2023: Report Alleges 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 Removes 'Magazine Dreams' From Release Schedule
On October 27, 2023, Disney removed "Magazine Dreams", starring Jonathan Majors, from its release schedule.
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: 'Magazine Dreams' originally set for release
December 8, 2023 was the originally set release date for 'Magazine Dreams', but it was later removed from the schedule.
December 11, 2023: Testimony in Majors assault trial
On December 11, 2023, Chloe Zoller testified in Jonathan Majors' assault trial that Grace Jabbari looked "visibly upset" but did not appear injured. An audio was released of Majors accusing Jabbari of being drunk and suggesting she act like Coretta Scott King or Michelle Obama.
December 18, 2023: Marvel Studios Parts Ways with Majors
On December 18, 2023, Marvel Studios announced they would part 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 later reworked into "Avengers: Doomsday".
2023: Portrays Dame Anderson in 'Creed III' and Kang the Conqueror in 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania'
In 2023, Jonathan Majors portrayed Dame Anderson in the sports film "Creed III" and Kang the Conqueror in the film "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
2023: Domestic abuse allegedly continued
In March 2024, Grace Jabbari sued Jonathan Majors for defamation, assault, and battery, alleging that Majors had a "pattern of pervasive domestic abuse that began in 2021 and extended through 2023".
February 6, 2024: Sentencing Postponed
On February 6, 2024, Jonathan Majors's sentencing, initially scheduled for that day, was postponed to April 8, 2024, after his attorneys filed post-conviction motions.
February 2024: Women Accusing Majors Identified
In February 2024, the two women who accused Jonathan Majors of domestic abuse were identified.
March 2024: Jabbari Sues Majors
In March 2024, Grace Jabbari sued Jonathan Majors for defamation, assault, and battery, alleging a pattern of domestic abuse.
April 8, 2024: Sentencing Postponed
On April 8, 2024, Jonathan Majors's sentencing, was postponed to April 8, 2024, after his attorneys filed post-conviction motions.
April 2024: Sentenced to Intervention Program and Probation
In April 2024, Jonathan Majors was sentenced to 52 weeks of a domestic violence intervention program and probation.
June 20, 2024: To Star in 'Merciless'
On June 20, 2024, it was announced that Jonathan Majors would star in "Merciless", an upcoming supernatural revenge thriller directed by Martin Villeneuve.
June 21, 2024: Receives Perseverance Award
On June 21, 2024, Jonathan Majors received the Perseverance Award from the Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards, given to an individual who continues to inspire despite facing adversity.
November 2024: Lawsuit Settled
In November 2024, Grace Jabbari and Jonathan Majors reportedly settled the lawsuit Jabbari brought against Majors earlier in the year.
November 2024: Engagement to Meagan Good Announced
In November 2024, Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good announced their engagement at Ebony magazine's Power 100 event.
March 2025: Magazine Dreams Released Theatrically
In March 2025, Jonathan Major's film Magazine Dreams was ultimately released theatrically.
March 2025: Marriage to Meagan Good
In March 2025, Jonathan Majors married Meagan Good.
2026: Acquires Guinean citizenship
In 2026, Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good acquired Guinean citizenship after DNA testing traced their ancestry back to the country and visiting Guinea to participate in a private cultural and citizenship ceremony administered by the ministry of culture.
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