It sounds like Marvel Studios may soon be searching for a new Kang!
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania star Jonathan Majors was recently taken into police custody after an alleged assault on a woman (believed to be his girlfriend) in a New York City apartment. The actor's lawyer claimed that her client was "completely innocent, and "probably the victim," promising to present evidence that would clear him of any criminal wrongdoing.
Unfortunately for Majors, said evidence only seemed to incriminate him even more, as texts seemingly revealed that his alleged victim asked for forgiveness for what occurred after "trying to grab your phone."
Majors has not been charged (as far as we know), but Marvel Studios may still decide to sever ties rather than allow him to stay on as Kang and risk a significant amount of backlash.
Studio reps have reportedly met with Majors' representatives, but have yet to come to a decision. Insider Jeff Sneider has heard that they are "discussing options" about the best way to proceed, but it certainly sounds like another actor stepping in as the Phase 5 villain is a distinct possibility.
What do you guys make of this situation? If Majors walks, do you think he should stay on as Kang im the MCU? Drop us a comment down below.
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