Jonathan Majors expresses ‘shock’ at verdict in first interview since assault conviction
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Jonathan Majors’ sentencing hearing has been postponed after the actor had been scheduled to appear in court to hear his penalties following a jury conviction in December in his domestic assault case.
Attorneys for Majors filed a motion to set aside the verdict, which can be filed under New York law after a conviction but before sentencing, on Monday night.
Prosecutors now have until next month to respond to the motion. Judge Michael Gaffey has scheduled a new sentencing hearing for 8 April.
The former Marvel star, 34, was found guilty on counts of third-degree assault and harassment in December. The jury acquitted him of one count of assault and one count of aggravated harassment. He is facing a maximum sentence of one year in prison.
Officials arrested Majors in March 2023 when Ms Jabbari accused him of slapping her and throwing her into a car.
Following his conviction, Majors’ attorney Priya Chaudry said, “It is clear that the jury did not believe Grace Jabbari’s story of what happened in the SUV because they found that Mr Majors did not intentionally cause any injuries to her”.
Both Marvel and the Walt Disney Corporation have terminated their association with Majors.
Key Points
- Attorneys for Jonathan Majors file motion to set aside the verdict.
- Prosecutors have until next month to respond to the motion.
- New sentencing hearing scheduled for 8 April.
- Jonathan Majors found guilty on counts of assault and harassment.
- Jonathan Majors was arrested in March 2023 following accusations by Grace Jabbari.
- Marvel and Disney end their association with Jonathan Majors.
Jonathan Majors’ Attorneys File Motion to Set Aside Judgment
Jonathan Majors’ attorneys have recently filed a motion to set aside the verdict of his domestic assault case, which was filed in accordance with New York law. The motion, filed on Monday night, will prompt prosecutors to respond by next month. Judge Michael Gaffey has rescheduled a new sentencing hearing for 8 April. In December, the former Marvel star was found guilty on counts of third-degree assault and harassment, but was acquitted of one count of assault and one count of aggravated harassment. The arrest of Jonathan Majors took place in March 2023 after his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, accused him of slapping her and throwing her into a car. Priya Chaudry, Majors’ attorney, remarked on the jury’s decision by stating, “It is clear that the jury did not believe Grace Jabbari’s story of what happened in the SUV because they found that Mr Majors did not intentionally cause any injuries to her”. Amidst his conviction, Marvel and the Walt Disney Corporation have terminated their association with Jonathan Majors.
Jonathan Majors Scheduled for Sentencing in April
Jonathan Majors, former Marvel star, is set to receive his sentencing on 8 April. The sentencing, which was delayed due to a motion filed by Majors’ attorneys, follows his conviction in December last year on charges of assault and harassment. The motion to set aside the verdict was recently submitted and prosecutors are to respond by next month. Majors’ arrest occurred in March 2023, after his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, alleges that he physically assaulted her. The controversy surrounding the trial has led to the termination of Majors’ association with both Marvel and the Walt Disney Corporation.
The Fallout: Marvel and Disney Terminate Association with Jonathan Majors
In the aftermath of Jonathan Majors’ conviction for assault and harassment, both Marvel and the Walt Disney Corporation have ended their association with the actor. Majors, known for his previous role in Marvel’s film and TV projects, was found guilty in December last year. Following the verdict, Majors’ attorney, Priya Chaudry, noted that the jury did not believe the allegations made by the ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, and found Majors did not intentionally cause any injuries. The termination of the association has impacted Majors’ future endeavors in the film industry.
Jonathan Majors: The Road Ahead
Judgment day for Jonathan Majors is quickly approaching as he awaits his sentencing after being found guilty of assault and harassment. Once positioned on the brink of Hollywood success, Majors’ conviction has raised the question of his future in the industry. With ties severed, both Marvel and the Walt Disney Corporation ended their association with the former Marvel star. The impact of this conviction on Majors’ career remains uncertain.
Jonathan Majors Expresses ‘Shock’ at Verdict: First Interview Since Assault Conviction
In the first interview since his assault conviction, Jonathan Majors expressed his “shock” at the jury’s decision. When approached on the street by a TMZ cameraperson, Majors responded, “God is good. God is great,” with a smile while holding a dog. He attributed his ability to stay positive during this challenging time to prayer and faith. When asked if he plans to continue acting, Majors replied, “I think that’s enough for now,” before moving away.
