Former Marvel actor Jonathan Majors has been sentenced to a 52-week domestic-abuse prevention program after being convicted of recklessly assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari. Majors was solemn during the proceedings and declined to make a statement. Jabbari was granted a full order of protection against Majors and read an emotional victim impact statement in court. The actor was found guilty of reckless assault and a harassment violation, but not guilty of the more serious charges. Jabbari has also filed a defamation and assault and battery lawsuit against Majors.
Marvel actor Michael Stuhlbarg was assaulted in New York City near Central Park by a homeless man who struck him in the back of the head with a rock. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, and the assailant, Xavier Israel, was arrested shortly after. Stuhlbarg refused medical attention at the scene, and the case is still under investigation by the NYPD. Stuhlbarg, known for his roles in various television series and movies, including Marvel's "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness," is set to open in the play "Patriots" on Broadway.
Jonathan Majors' sentencing for domestic assault has been delayed to April 8 due to motions filed by his legal team to set aside the verdict. The actor, convicted of assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend, could face up to a year in jail. Majors was fired from Disney's Marvel Cinematic Universe following the guilty verdict and remains repped by talent agency WME. The incident occurred in March 2023, and Majors denies the assault, claiming his ex-girlfriend was the aggressor.
Actor Jonathan Majors, known for his roles in Marvel's "Loki" and "Ant-Man and the Wasp," greeted prospective jurors as his trial for misdemeanor assault and harassment charges began in New York. Majors is accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend during a taxi ride in March 2022. The trial is expected to last two weeks, with opening statements scheduled for Monday. Among the potential jurors was fellow actor Yul Vasquez, who was later excused. Three other jurors were dismissed due to their inability to be impartial. Majors has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Jonathan Majors' ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, has been charged with assault and criminal mischief in connection with a domestic altercation that occurred seven months ago. Jabbari turned herself in to the NYPD and was released with a desk appearance ticket. The Manhattan District Attorney's Office has decided not to prosecute the case, stating that it lacks prosecutorial merit. Meanwhile, a judge has denied a motion to dismiss the assault case against Majors and set a trial date for November 29. Majors' attorney maintains his innocence and claims that he was the one assaulted.
Chris Evans confirms at New York Comic-Con that he recently married actress Alba Baptista, with two ceremonies in Portugal and Cape Cod. The Marvel actor expressed that the weddings were wonderful and beautiful, and since then, he and Baptista have been enjoying life as newlyweds. Evans also joked about the weight of planning a wedding. This announcement comes amidst ongoing contract negotiations and strikes in the entertainment industry.
A report from Rolling Stone details allegations of physical, mental, and emotional abuse against actor Jonathan Majors, with over 20 sources cited. The allegations date back to his time at Yale University and include claims of abuse towards two former romantic partners. Majors' attorney denies the allegations, stating they are based on hearsay. Majors is currently facing criminal charges for an alleged altercation with his ex-girlfriend and has been dropped by his talent manager and publicist. Despite the controversy, Majors is still set to appear in the upcoming film Magazine Dreams and reprise his role in Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.
