Jonathan Majors talks conviction in award speech referencing race

Jonathan Majors talks conviction in award speech referencing race

Actor Jonathan Majors receives ‘Perseverance Award’ Majors claims racial bias in recent assault conviction Critics point to Black DA and diverse jury in his case (NewsNation) — Actor Jonathan Majors, recently convicted of assaulting his ex-girlfriend, received a “Perseverance Award” at the Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards on Friday, sparking controversy. Majors, known for his roles … Read more

Jonathan Majors Tearfully Addresses Assault Conviction After Winning ‘Perseverance Award’

Jonathan Majors Tearfully Addresses Assault Conviction After Winning ‘Perseverance Award’

Jonathan Majors, the former Marvel star who was convicted in December of assaulting his then-girlfriend Grace Jabbari earlier that year, tearfully addressed the incident Friday while accepting the so-called “Perseverance Award” at the Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards. “I reckon folks want to know about last year,” Majors said onstage. “As a Black man in the … Read more

Jonathan Majors avoids jail time in sentencing for assaulting ex-girlfriend – National

Jonathan Majors avoids jail time in sentencing for assaulting ex-girlfriend – National

Actor Jonathan Majors has been ordered to complete a yearlong counselling program but avoided jail time Monday for assaulting his ex-girlfriend in a high-profile case that derailed the once-promising star’s career. The 34-year-old star of Creed III and other films had faced up to a year behind bars after he was convicted of misdemeanor assault … Read more

Jonathan Majors Dropped From Marvel Studios Following Conviction

Jonathan Majors Dropped From Marvel Studios Following Conviction

Marvel Studios is parting ways with actor Jonathan Majors following his misdemeanor convictions of assault and harassment, a Marvel spokesperson confirmed to HuffPost. A New York jury convicted Majors on Monday after a two-week trial. He was acquitted of aggravated harassment and an additional assault charge. The actor is known for his roles as Damian … Read more

Jonathan Majors Trial: What We Need To Learn

Jonathan Majors Trial: What We Need To Learn

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Jonathan Majors found guilty of assaulting his former girlfriend in car – National

Jonathan Majors found guilty of assaulting his former girlfriend in car – National

Jonathan Majors was convicted Monday of assaulting his former girlfriend after a two-week trial that the actor hoped would salvage his damaged reputation and restore his status as an emerging Hollywood star. A Manhattan jury found Majors, 34, guilty of assault and harassment. He was also acquitted of a different assault charge and of aggravated … Read more