Who is Danny Dyer and Why is Rockstar Posting About His Latest Movie?

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. The post generated a lot of curiosity, prompting many to wonder about the connection. Let's unravel the mystery.

Who is Danny Dyer?

Daniel John Dyer, or Danny Dyer as he's widely known, is a prominent East London actor. In the UK, he's a household name, often described as a "legend"—a term signifying someone highly respected and admired for their unique personality and outspoken nature. His career spans back to 1993, and he's known for portraying working-class characters, often reflecting his own outspoken and sometimes controversial public persona. He's not shy about sharing his opinions on social and political issues, and his social media presence is filled with his characteristically bold and humorous commentary. For example, one memorable tweet advised dealing with heartbreak with a "rampage [drinking session] with the boys."

How is Danny Dyer Connected to Rockstar?

While seemingly unrelated, Dyer's voice is instantly recognizable to Grand Theft Auto fans. He voiced Kent Paul, the manager of the band Love Fist in GTA: Vice City, and reprised the role for GTA: San Andreas with the band Gurning Chimps. However, his deeper connection to Rockstar stems from the 2004 film The Football Factory, directed by Nick Love and produced by Rockstar Games. This marked a foray into feature film production for Rockstar.

Marching Powder, the film that prompted Rockstar's recent X post, reunites Dyer and Love. While not a sequel to The Football Factory, it shares similar themes of football hooliganism, heavy drinking, drug use, and a distinctly British brand of dark humor. Rockstar's involvement is purely supportive, celebrating the collaboration between Dyer and Love, given their past association through The Football Factory.

Is Vice City's Kent Paul Returning for GTA 6?

The short answer is: we don't know. Rockstar's X post offers no clues about GTA 6. However, speculation is fun. The Grand Theft Auto universe is divided into distinct eras: the 3D era (PS2/PSP) and the HD era (GTA 4 onwards). While separate universes, there are instances of crossover, such as the reappearance of Grove Street and familiar gangs. Lazlo, a recurring character, also appears across eras. Interestingly, Kent Paul's name is on the Vinewood Walk of Fame in GTA 5. This leaves a sliver of possibility for his return in GTA 6, but the Marching Powder post doesn't provide any evidence to support this.