Jonathan Majors Opens Up About Childhood Trauma and Personal Growth
Actor Jonathan Majors is bravely sharing a deeply personal part of his life, shedding light on the abuse he endured as a child and how it has influenced his path.
In a heartfelt interview with *The Hollywood Reporter*, the *Creed III* star revealed that he experienced sexual abuse from both men and women starting at the age of nine.
“I dealt with sexual abuse from people who were supposed to care for me, especially in the absence of my father,” Majors, now 35, shared. “It left me deeply scarred.”
Majors grew up without his father, who left the family when he was just eight years old. He recently opened up to his mother about his past, a conversation that brought up strong emotions and regret.
“I told her, ‘It’s not even an issue, Mom. I just want you to know. Now we can move forward, connect, and grow from it, because it’s something that affected our family,’” he explained.
The actor also discussed how confronting his trauma has led to self-reflection and accountability.
“There are no excuses, but seeking help allows you to understand yourself better,” he said.
Majors emphasized the importance of rewriting his own story, choosing growth over self-destruction.
“Am I going to fall into the narrative of falling apart, blaming the world, hating myself, or denying everything? None of those paths are helpful,” he said.
Instead, Majors is committed to learning and evolving.
“Have a struggle, learn from it, metabolize it, and grow,” he stressed.
Majors has been gradually re-emerging in the public eye following his December 2023 conviction in a case involving his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari.
Jabbari accused Majors of assaulting her during a car ride, alleging a pattern of anger and aggression. The incident resulted in minor injuries and led to legal action.
Majors maintained his innocence throughout the trial, pleading not guilty and stating he has never physically harmed a woman.
In a split verdict, the jury found him guilty of assault and harassment but acquitted him of two other charges. The court determined that while he caused injuries, they were unintentional.
Instead of jail time, Majors was sentenced to probation and required to complete a year-long domestic violence intervention program.
As he moves forward, Majors appears focused on self-improvement, confronting his past while striving for a brighter future.
