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Jonathan Majors fired from Marvel after assault conviction

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Jonathan Majors, previously cast as Kang in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, was fired after being convicted of assault and harassment. He learned of his dismissal from Marvel shortly after the trial, when a member of his legal team informed him. Majors described the moment as heartbreaking, noting the impact of losing his role and support from his manager and publicity firm. He is now focused on his upcoming film, "Magazine Dreams," set to release on March 21. Marvel has shifted its plans, bringing back the Russo Brothers for future Avengers films and announcing Robert Downey Jr.'s return as Doctor Doom, marking a significant change in the franchise's direction.

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