Jonathan Majors, the 35-year-old actor known for Creed III and his former Marvel role as Kang, is opening up about a deeply personal chapter of his life. In a candid interview with The Hollywood Reporter on March 14, Majors revealed he’s been grappling with the fallout of sexual abuse that began when he was just 9 years old.
“I dealt with sexual abuse from both men and women from the time I was 9,” he shared, his voice raw with honesty. “From people who are supposed to look after you, in the absence of a father. I was f-ked up.” It’s a gut-wrenching admission that’s shedding new light on the star’s journey, especially after a rocky couple of years.
Majors dropped this bombshell while discussing his life post-conviction-he was found guilty of misdemeanor assault and harassment in 2023 tied to an incident with ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari. Sentenced to a year-long domestic violence program in April 2024, he’s been in therapy, unpacking trauma that’s lingered since childhood.
The abuse, he said, came after his dad left the family when he was 8, leaving him vulnerable to those entrusted with his care. “It’s something that was in our family,” he told his mom recently, who apologized for not protecting him. “I’m like, ‘It’s not even an issue, mom. I just want you to know,'” he recounted, aiming to heal rather than blame.
‘No excuses’: Majors reflects on abuse and growth post-trial
The Lovecraft Country alum’s career took a hit after the trial-Marvel axed him, and projects stalled-but he’s not shying away from the tough stuff. “There are no excuses, but by getting help, you begin to understand things about yourself,” Majors said, reflecting on how therapy has reshaped his view of relationships.
Now engaged to actress Meagan Good since November 2024, he’s leaning into personal growth as he promotes Magazine Dreams, a bodybuilding drama hitting theaters March 21. It’s his first big release since the legal mess, and he’s hoping it’s a step toward redemption.
Fans on X are buzzing about his revelations, with some calling it “heartbreaking” and others praising his vulnerability. Majors admitted the trauma left him “f-ked up,” but he’s focused on moving forward.
“I absolutely want to keep acting,” he told THR, though he added, “That’s not my call. I don’t have a studio.” For now, he’s letting the world see the real him-flaws, scars, and all-while navigating a Hollywood comeback that’s anything but guaranteed.
