Jonathan Majors is an American actor who gained significant prominence for his performances in film and television. He rose to critical acclaim with his breakout role in the 2019 independent film The Last Black Man in San Francisco. Majors further solidified his status in Hollywood with his portrayal of Atticus Freeman in the HBO series Lovecraft Country, which earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. He joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the character Kang the Conqueror, appearing in Loki and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. His filmography also includes notable roles in Da 5 Bloods, The Harder They Fall, and Creed III. Majors studied at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts and later earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from the Yale School of Drama. Throughout his career, he has been recognized for his intense and versatile acting style. In 2023, his career faced significant challenges following legal issues and a subsequent domestic violence trial. He was found guilty of misdemeanor assault and harassment in December 2023. Following the verdict, Marvel Studios and other production companies severed professional ties with the actor. He continues to be a subject of intense media scrutiny regarding his professional future and personal conduct.