Meagan Good believes true love is “not conditional.” The statement comes amid significant public attention surrounding her relationship with the controversial actor, who faced serious legal challenges in the past year.
The 43-year-old actress announced her engagement to Jonathan Majors in 2024, after he was found guilty of assaulting his ex-girlfriend, choreographer Grace Jabbari — but Good insists that she never lost faith in her partner. Their relationship has drawn both support and criticism from fans and industry insiders alike.
“We didn’t plan to start dating and we didn’t plan to be seen out together. But once we were in a relationship, it was like, ‘Hey, this is what’s happening,'” she told The Hollywood Reporter. The couple’s relationship began amid the public scrutiny surrounding Majors’ legal troubles, which ultimately impacted his rising career in Hollywood.
Asked why she stayed with Majors and supported him during his trial, Good replied: “People tend to move out of the way out of concern for their careers or their reputations. To me, that’s not real love. If you know someone and if you believe in someone, it’s not conditional.” This philosophy reflects Good’s personal values that have guided her through both her professional and personal life over her decades-long career in entertainment.
The loved-up duo met at the Ebony Power 100 Gala in November 2022. The annual event celebrates influential Black Americans across various industries and served as the backdrop for their first meaningful interaction that would later develop into a romantic relationship.
“I had seen a lot of his work and I was just like, ‘This kid is super talented,'” Good recalled. At the time, Majors was experiencing a career breakthrough with critically acclaimed performances in several major productions.
“I just remember thinking, ‘Hollywood is a strange town, and when you’re new to it, you don’t know who to trust or what’s what. I just want to say something and affirm him.'” Good, having navigated the entertainment industry since childhood, offered perspective to Majors, who despite his success, was relatively new to Hollywood’s complex social dynamics.
Majors, 35, still has vivid memories of their first-ever meeting, too. The encounter clearly left a lasting impression on him during what was a pivotal period in his professional life, shortly before the legal issues that would temporarily derail his rising career trajectory.
“She said to me, ‘I see you. I really love what you’re doing. Keep going.’ I stood up straight and said, ‘Yes, ma’am.’ We just looked at each other and that was that. And I didn’t stop thinking about it,” the actor — who was sentenced to probation following his 2024 trial — shared. The connection they formed that night laid the foundation for a relationship that would later weather significant public scrutiny.
Asked where he sees himself in five years’ time, Majors said: “Me and Meagan, maybe a couple kids and my [11-year-old daughter], happy, at ease, not worried about anything.” This vision reveals Majors‘ hopes for domestic stability following a tumultuous period in his life and career.
The couple’s relationship has developed against the backdrop of Majors’ legal issues, which resulted in his removal from several high-profile projects. Despite these professional setbacks, Good has remained steadfast in her support, often accompanying him to court appearances and speaking positively about him in interviews.
Industry insiders have noted that Good’s loyalty comes at a potential professional risk, as associating with controversial figures can impact one’s own career opportunities in Hollywood. However, the actress appears undeterred by such considerations, prioritizing her personal convictions over potential industry repercussions.
The engagement announcement came as a surprise to many, following months of speculation about the seriousness of their relationship. Sources close to the couple indicate that they have found strength in their shared faith, which has been a cornerstone of Good’s identity throughout her public life.
