A controversial Disney actor again finds himself going viral on social media. However, this time, people are divided on whether it is for good or bad reasons. The Marvel Studios star broke up a fight while everyone else stood by and filmed. In spite of this, many people are suspicious of the act’s legitimacy.
Fight Breaks Out
In a viral video posted by TMZ, Jonathan Majors, the acclaimed actor known for his role as Kang the Conqueror in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, was captured intervening in a physical altercation between two high school girls. Majors was reportedly dining at an In-N-Out across the street from the Hollywood High School and noticed the fight. While the incident may initially appear as a commendable act of heroism, it has ignited a firestorm of skepticism on social media platforms, further compounded by lingering controversies surrounding Majors.
The Suspicion of Staging
One of the primary sources of controversy surrounding the incident is the suspicion that it might have been staged. As the video circulated widely, skeptical viewers noticed a bystander recording the footage on a laptop. This discovery raised questions about the authenticity of the intervention. Was it a spontaneous act of kindness or carefully orchestrated for publicity?
is that person recording with a LAPTOP??? yeah, Jonathan Majors PR stunts aren’t fooling us
https://twitter.com/idfwkumille/status/1702581714965393531
The PR Stunt Speculation
Speculation has grown even more fervent due to Majors’ association with Disney and his role as Kang the Conqueror, a formidable villain in the Marvel Multiverse. Some people have accused Disney of staging this intervention as a strategic move to improve Majors’ image, especially in light of recent controversies.
Kang the Conqueror’s character has been pivotal in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023) and other upcoming Marvel projects. Disney, as the parent company of Marvel, has a vested interest in maintaining a positive public perception of its actors. Thus, the theory goes that orchestrating a heroic intervention could serve as a valuable PR stunt to mitigate the impact of any negative press.
Disney paying two teens to fight each other just so Jonathan majors could stop it
Disney paying two teens to fight each other just so Jonathan majors could stop it 😭😭😭 https://t.co/zkMYaZn9MO
— Jerry (@JerryR814) September 14, 2023
Jonathan Majors Breaks Up Fight
While many people on Twitter/X ignited the fires of skepticism, not everyone was there to attack the actor. One person on social media claimed to have gone to the high school where the incident occurred. They posted their own footage of the high school fight from a different angle. While detractors said it looked like no one was watching the altercation, you could clearly see there were more people based on this additional footage. The user stated that they knew one of the girls, and the fight was caused by high school drama.
The Jonathan Majors fight was 100% real. I go to the school the fight was at, I know one of the girls who fought. It was over stupid high school stuff. Here’s another angle for everyone who’s saying there was no one there. No idea how TMZ got it first. 1/?
The Jonathan Majors fight was 100% real. I go to the school the fight was at, I know one of the girls who fought. It was over stupid high school stuff. Here’s another angle for everyone who’s saying there was no one there. No idea how TMZ got it first. 1/? pic.twitter.com/fztHGF5fhj
— Kehato (@HatokoKemo) September 15, 2023
The Controversies Surrounding Jonathan Majors
The controversies that have plagued Jonathan Majors are widely known. Recently, he has faced allegations and accusations that have tarnished his once-pristine public image. These controversies range from allegations of misdemeanor assault, domestic violence, and harassment stemming from an alleged domestic dispute with a 30-year-old female.
The arrest, assault accusations, and subsequent legal proceedings have cast a shadow over Majors’ reputation, leading to speculation that the high school intervention could be an attempt to divert attention from these lingering legal matters.
Majors’ trial has started this month. The actor and his legal team continue to deny the accusations. Time will tell if the public is on his side.
