Jonathan Majors Found Guilty in Domestic Violence Case
Actor Jonathan Majors, once a promising Hollywood star, was found guilty on two out of four charges in a domestic violence criminal case in New York. The charges include assault in the third degree and harassment in the second degree, both considered misdemeanors in the state.
Mixed Verdict
The jury found Majors innocent of intentional assault in the third degree and aggravated harassment in the second degree, suggesting they did not believe Majors intended to harm his former girlfriend, Grace Jabbari.
Majors’ lawyer described him as both “grateful” and “disappointed” in a statement.
Major Career Fallout
Marvel and Disney have dropped Majors from an upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film following the guilty verdict. This decision comes as a major blow to Majors’ career.
The Incident and Trial
The encounter between Majors and Jabbari occurred in Manhattan. Prosecutors accused Majors of attacking Jabbari in the back of a car after she saw a text he received from another woman.
In response, Majors allegedly pulled her finger, twisted her arm, and hit her in the head. Majors then jumped out of the car, with Jabbari chasing after him. He eventually went to a hotel, while Jabbari went to a club.
When Majors returned to his apartment, he found Jabbari unconscious and called 911. However, he was arrested by NYPD officers who found Jabbari with cuts, bruises, and a broken finger.
The jury heard evidence of prior conflicts between Majors and Jabbari, including text messages and an audio recording of an argument where Majors made derogatory comments towards Jabbari.
Sentencing and Restraining Order
Majors’ sentencing date has been set for Feb. 6. The judge has also issued a restraining order, prohibiting Majors from contacting Jabbari.
Overall, this verdict and its consequences mark a significant turning point in Jonathan Majors’ career.