Marvel Studios and Disney are severing ties with Jonathan Majors after his recent conviction, creating significant upheaval in their long-term cinematic plans. The decision to remove Majors from all future projects came swiftly after the actor’s conviction for assault and harassment on Monday, according to a source close to the studio. This abrupt move signals a dramatic shift for Majors, who had been rapidly ascending in Hollywood.
A Manhattan jury recently found the 34-year-old actor guilty of a misdemeanor assault charge and a harassment violation stemming from a March altercation with his then-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. This legal development has forced Marvel and Disney to reconsider their association with Majors, jeopardizing projects where he played a pivotal role.
The repercussions extend beyond the personal and legal consequences for Majors, impacting the intricate plans Marvel had for incorporating his character into their expansive cinematic universe. This unforeseen event has disrupted years of strategic planning for Marvel Studios, requiring them to reassess and recalibrate their trajectory without the actor who was poised to play a central role in their future productions.
