History of Jonathan Majors in Timeline

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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September 7, 1989: Jonathan Majors' Birth

On September 7, 1989, Jonathan Michael Majors was born in America.

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2008: High School Graduation

In 2008, Jonathan Majors graduated from Duncanville High School.

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.

2016: Yale School of Drama Graduation

In 2016, Jonathan Majors graduated from the Yale School of Drama with a Master of Fine Arts degree.

September 2, 2017: Hostiles World Premiere

On September 2, 2017, the film Hostiles, featuring Jonathan Majors, had its world premiere at the Telluride Film Festival.

September 10, 2017: Hostiles Screening at Toronto International Film Festival

On September 10, 2017, Hostiles, in which Jonathan Majors appeared, was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival.

2018: TIFF Screenings for White Boy Rick and Out of Blue

In 2018, the films White Boy Rick and Out of Blue, both featuring Jonathan Majors, were screened at the Toronto International Film Festival. Out of Blue competed for the Platform Prize.

January 26, 2019: The Last Black Man in San Francisco Premiere

On January 26, 2019, The Last Black Man in San Francisco, starring Jonathan Majors, had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.

June 7, 2019: The Last Black Man in San Francisco Release

On June 7, 2019, The Last Black Man in San Francisco, starring Jonathan Majors, was released by A24 in the United States.

2020: Father's Absence and Reconnection

In 2020, Jonathan Majors mentioned that his father had disappeared when he was younger and resurfaced 17 years later. Majors has since reconnected with his father.

2020: Starring in 'Da 5 Bloods' and 'Lovecraft Country'

In 2020, Jonathan Majors starred in Spike Lee's 'Da 5 Bloods' and gained wider notice for his role as Atticus Freeman in the HBO series 'Lovecraft Country'.

August 2021: Relationship with Grace Jabbari

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: Portrayal of Nat Love in 'The Harder They Fall'

In 2021, Jonathan Majors portrayed Nat Love in the western film 'The Harder They Fall'.

2021: Starring in 'The Harder They Fall'

In 2021, Jonathan Majors starred in 'The Harder They Fall', alongside Idris Elba, Zazie Beetz, Regina King and Delroy Lindo.

2022: First Meeting with Meagan Good

In 2022, Jonathan Majors first met Meagan Good at Ebony magazine's Power 100 event.

2022: Portrayal of Jesse L. Brown in 'Devotion'

In 2022, Jonathan Majors portrayed Jesse L. Brown in the war film 'Devotion'.

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.

March 2023: Separation from Grace Jabbari

In March 2023, Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari separated following an incident in which Majors assaulted and harassed Jabbari.

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.

May 2023: Began Dating Meagan Good

In May 2023, Jonathan Majors began dating actress Meagan Good.

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.

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.

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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2023: Portrayal of Dame Anderson in 'Creed III' and Kang the Conqueror in 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania'

In 2023, Jonathan Majors played Dame Anderson in 'Creed III' and Kang the Conqueror in 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania'. He also appeared as variants of Kang in the Disney+ series 'Loki' from 2021 to 2023.

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February 6, 2024: Original Sentencing Date Postponed

On February 6, 2024, Jonathan Majors's original sentencing date was postponed to April 8, 2024, after post-conviction motions were filed.

February 2024: Identities of Accusers Revealed

In February 2024, the two women who accused Jonathan Majors of domestic abuse were identified.

March 2024: Jabbari Sues Majors for Defamation, Assault, and Battery

In March 2024, Grace Jabbari sued Jonathan Majors for defamation, assault, and battery, alleging a pattern of domestic abuse from 2021 through 2023.

April 8, 2024: Sentencing Postponed to April 2024

On April 8, 2024, Jonathan Majors's sentencing, previously scheduled for February 6, was postponed to sometime in April 2024.

April 2024: Sentenced to Domestic Violence Intervention Program

In April 2024, Jonathan Majors was sentenced to 52 weeks of a domestic violence intervention program and probation.

June 20, 2024: Majors to Star in Merciless

On June 20, 2024, it was announced that Jonathan Majors would star in the upcoming supernatural revenge thriller titled Merciless, directed by Martin Villeneuve.

June 21, 2024: Received the Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards Perseverance Award

On June 21, 2024, Jonathan Majors received the Perseverance Award from the Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards, given to individuals who overcome adversity and continue to inspire.