In the heated trial of actor Jonathan Majors, accused of domestic violence, the defense claims revenge as a motive. Majors, best known for his roles in "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" and "Loki," has been charged with assault and harassment, with one count dropped.
The case, filled with tension and controversy, started on December 4, 2022, when both parties presented their opening statements. While the prosecution alleges Majors sought to harm Grace Jabbari, his ex-girlfriend, the defense speaks of "false allegations."
Majors appeared in court at 9:30 AM on December 4, 2023, according to "Variety," pleading not guilty. The trial is expected to last around two weeks, with Majors potentially facing up to a year in prison if found guilty.
The allegations took a turn when Jabbari took Majors' phone and read a message from another woman. Majors, enraged, tried to take the phone back, allegedly causing her significant pain, bruising, and swelling.
The defense, however, claims that Jabbari attacked Majors after the incident. Three men accompanied her to a club, while Majors remained at a hotel. She ended their two-year-long relationship via text, leaving Majors to find her unconscious in the morning, ultimately leading to her injury and the police's involvement.
The public prosecutor's office declined to prosecute Jabbari for domestic violence, leaving many questions unanswered. The defense argues that out of revenge, Jabbari made "false accusations" to sabotage Majors' career.
The trial is packed with controversy, with evidence including text messages, audio recordings, CCTV footage, and Jabbari's testimony. Majors' defense, led by attorney Priya Chaudhry, argues that Jabbari's allegations are motivated by revenge. The dropped charge against Jabbari is also a key element of their argument.
Despite the defense's arguments, Majors was found guilty of one count of reckless assault and harassment as a violation. He was sentenced to a domestic violence intervention program and probation.
The complex case of love, revenge, and entertainment continues, leaving many questioning the truth behind the allegations and the role of revenge in such high-profile cases.
