Jonathan Majors ‘heartbroken’ over Marvel casting Robert Downey Jr. for 'Avengers'; here’s why

Jonathan Majors is ‘heartbroken’ over the news that Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom will replace Kang the Conqueror as the new villain in the next two ‘Avengers’ movies.

Majors was dropped by Marvel in December 2023, the same day he was found guilty of two misdemeanor counts of harassment and assault. His villain, Kang, was positioned as the new Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and was slated to play a major role in ‘Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.’ This film has now been scrapped and replaced by ‘Avengers: Doomsday,’ starring Downey.

When asked if he was hurt by Marvel's decision, Majors admitted he was. ‘Yeah, heartbroken, of course,’ he told TMZ. Commenting on Downey Jr. taking over as the MCU villain in the upcoming Avengers films, Majors said, ‘I love Kang. Doctor Doom is wicked, though.’

The publication noted that Downey Jr. was given another opportunity despite his own legal troubles. Majors responded, ‘I think it’s fair that Mr. Downey is being met with patience, curiosity, and love … and [he’s] being allowed to work [his] art and be creative at that level.’

‘I didn’t get that…’ Majors added.

The actor added that he would be open to making an MCU comeback if given a chance. ‘Hell yeah! Hell yeah! I love him. I love Kang,’ he said.

‘If that’s what the fans want, and that’s what Marvel wants then let’s roll. Hell yeah,’ Majors added.

What happened with Majors

Jonathan Majors was arrested in March 2023 after his then-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, accused him of assaulting her in a car. She reportedly took his phone to read a message from another woman, and during an attempt to retrieve it, Majors allegedly broke her middle finger and hit her.

What legal trouble did Downey Jr face?

In 1996, RDJ was arrested with heroin, cocaine, and an unloaded gun, resulting in a three-year probation. He faced multiple legal issues and rehab stints before being cleared of charges and taking on the role of Iron Man, which launched the MCU.

Downey Jr. exited the MCU in 2019 after ‘Avengers: Endgame.’ Recently, it was announced that he will return to the MCU as Doctor Doom.

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