Jonathan Majors has spoken out following the announcement that Robert Downey Jr. will take over the role of the next major villain in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Heartbroken Over Change
- Majors’ Reaction: In an interview with TMZ, Majors, 34, expressed his heartbreak over the news that Downey Jr. will portray Doctor Doom in the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. The film was originally slated to feature Majors as Kang, the Conqueror, before it was renamed and Majors was dropped.
- Character Sentiment: Majors shared his admiration for his character, Kang, and mentioned his willingness to return to the role if there is fan and Marvel support. “Doctor Doom is wicked,” he acknowledged, but he remains passionate about Kang.
Background on the Transition
- Legal Issues: Majors was removed from the project following a December court ruling where he was found guilty of assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. Although Majors pleaded not guilty, he was sentenced to a domestic violence intervention program and did not serve jail time.
- Comparison to Downey Jr.: Majors remarked that he did not receive the same level of patience and support from Marvel as Downey Jr., who was given a second chance after legal troubles before being cast in Iron Man in 2008.
Key Points
- Film Change: The shift from Avengers: The Kang Dynasty to Avengers: Doomsday marks a significant change in direction for the franchise.
- Future Prospects: Majors remains hopeful about his future in the industry and is open to returning to his role if circumstances change.
This transition highlights the dynamic nature of casting in major franchises and the impact of legal issues on an actor’s career. Fans will now see Robert Downey Jr. in the role of Doctor Doom as Marvel continues to evolve its cinematic universe
