Jonathan Majors Breaks Down in Tears While Accepting Hollywood Unlocked’s Perseverance Award: ‘I’m Imperfect. I Have Shortcomings’
variety.comJack Dunn Just six months ago, Jonathan Majors was convicted of domestic assault and harassment, but that didn’t stop the Hollywood Unlocked from honoring him with the “Perseverance Award” at the annual Impact Awards on Friday night in Beverly Hills. “I’m imperfect.
I have shortcomings — I acknowledge them,” Majors said, fighting tears his during lengthy remarks after being presented with the award by self-help guru and inspirational speaker Iyanla Vanzant.
It was an emotional moment for the actor, who took the stage following a sizzle reel that captured some of the “Creed III” and “Lovecraft Country” star’s career highs and personal lows, but he was greeted with a standing ovation from the starry crowd, led by Hollywood Unlocked founder Jason Lee.
Majors continuously denied all allegations throughout his 19-day trial, but in April, the “Creed III” actor was sentenced to one year of domestic violence counseling.
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