Jonathan Majors, a rising Hollywood actor known for roles such as Kang the Conqueror in Marvel films, was arrested on March 25, 2023, following a domestic dispute with his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari. He faced charges including strangulation, assault, and harassment after Jabbari sustained minor injuries to her head and neck
. The incident led to a trial where, in December 2023, Majors was found guilty of two misdemeanor counts: reckless third-degree assault and second-degree harassment
. Despite the conviction, Majors has maintained his innocence, stating in 2024 that he has never struck a woman and suggesting he believes "God has a plan" regarding his situation
. A leaked audio recording from 2022 surfaced in which Majors appeared to admit to choking Jabbari during an argument, though his legal team has contested some allegations
. Following the arrest and conviction, Majors faced significant professional consequences: Marvel Studios dropped him from his roles, including the high- profile Kang the Conqueror character, and Disney removed his film Magazine Dreams from its release schedule. He was also dropped by his management and PR firms, lost endorsement deals such as with the Texas Rangers, and was uninvited from the 2023 Met Gala
. In November 2024, Jabbari dropped her assault and defamation lawsuit against Majors after reaching a settlement
. Majors avoided jail time but was ordered to complete a yearlong counseling program as part of his sentencing
. Despite these setbacks, Majors has expressed aspirations for a Hollywood comeback, with Magazine Dreams eventually released in March 2025, marking his return to acting after the controversy
. In summary, Jonathan Majors' career and public image were severely impacted by his 2023 arrest and conviction for domestic violence-related charges, leading to professional fallout and legal battles. However, he has begun efforts toward a comeback in the industry
