I reckon folks wanna know about this last year, Majors said in aclipshared on X.
When they snatched me up out of my apartment in handcuffs, I didnt feel like all that.
I didnt feel like Jonathan Majors, Mr. Creed, Mr. Kang.
Jonathan Majors attends Hollywood Unlocked’s 4th Impact Awards on June 21, 2024 in Beverly Hills.Robin L Marshall/Getty Images
I felt like a little scared, weak boy.
And it was bad because of who I was and what I am.
And this is what happens to Black people all too often.
Jonathan Majors andMeagan Goodattend Hollywood Unlocked’s 4th Impact Awards on June 21, 2024 in Beverly Hills. (Arnold Turner/Getty Images for Jason Lee/Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards)
Guilt and innocence often have little to do with the outcome.
Thats the harsh reality I learned.
But I know Black men face this every day.
It deeply impacts us, changes the way we navigate through the world.
The MCU star acknowledged, Im just me.
I have shortcomings, I acknowledge them.
I love my craft.
I love my daughter, my family, my dog, my workout buddies who came out here.
Im just that guy whose faith has been tested and has been strengthened by this testimony.
There will be moments in your life when things get dark, and I mean really dark.
And Ive seen them depths, Ive seen that darkness in myself.
And I will never take that light for granted again.
Tyler Perry breathed life into me, just supporting and loving on people the way he does.
[They] put a battery in my back, as he says.
Courtney B. Vance has been with me sinceLovecraft Country, my Uncle George forever.
And it was Whoopi who allowed us to understand the support of community.
I appreciate all of yall.
They are extraordinary people, added Majors.
TheHarder They Fallactor sang the chorus of Chaka Khans Through the Fire as the crowd laughed.
And just to Ella, my baby girl, we gonna be alright.
And your father loves you, added Majors.
I love you and I thank you for this.
