If you follow Rockstar Games on X (formerly Twitter), you might've been surprised by their recent post about the film Marching Powder and its star, Danny Dyer. Why would Rockstar, with 21 million followers, promote a small British film? Let's dive in.
Who is Danny Dyer?
Daniel John Dyer, or Danny Dyer as he's known, is a hugely popular East London actor. To those in the UK, he's a legend—a term meaning someone funny, reckless, original, and sensitive. Acting since 1993, he's known for playing working-class characters, a persona reflected in his outspoken public views. His social media presence is equally vibrant, full of memorable posts.
Danny Dyer's Rockstar Connection
If you're a GTA fan, you've likely heard Dyer's voice. He voiced Kent Paul, manager of Love Fist (and later, the Gurning Chimps) in GTA: Vice City and GTA: San Andreas. But his connection to Rockstar goes deeper: he starred in The Football Factory, a British film produced by Rockstar Games in 2004, directed by Nick Love.
Marching Powder and Rockstar's Involvement
Marching Powder, a new film releasing in the UK and Ireland, reunites Dyer and Love. While not a sequel to The Football Factory, it shares similar themes. Rockstar's X post promoting the film stems from their past involvement with Dyer and Love through The Football Factory, not any direct participation in Marching Powder.
Will Kent Paul Return in GTA 6?
The short answer? We don't know. Rockstar's X post doesn't hint at a GTA 6 appearance. It's worth remembering GTA's universes are distinct: the 3D era (PS2/PSP) and the HD era (GTA 4 onwards). While there's some crossover (like Grove Street appearing in GTA 5), a character's appearance in one era doesn't guarantee their presence in another. Kent Paul's name on the Vinewood Walk of Fame in GTA 5 suggests a possibility, but nothing is confirmed. The Marching Powder post offers no further clues.
