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 its 21 million followers, promote a smaller British film? Let's delve in.

Who is Danny Dyer?

Daniel John Dyer, or Danny Dyer as he's known, is a well-known East London actor. In the UK, he's a household name, considered a true "legend" – a term signifying someone funny, reckless, original, and sensitive. Acting since 1993, Dyer's known for playing gritty working-class characters, mirroring his outspoken public persona. He's often seen offering forthright opinions on social and political issues. His social media presence is equally vibrant and entertaining.

How is Danny Dyer Connected to Rockstar?

Even if you're unfamiliar with Dyer, you've likely heard his voice in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, where he plays Kent Paul, manager of the fictional bands Love Fist and Gurning Chimps. However, a deeper connection exists: Rockstar Games produced The Football Factory, a 2004 British film starring Dyer and directed by Nick Love.

Marching Powder, Dyer and Love's new film, shares thematic similarities with The Football Factory, exploring themes of football hooliganism, heavy drinking, drug use, and a distinctly British dark humor. Rockstar's X post promoting Marching Powder stems from this prior collaboration, not a direct involvement in the film's production.

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

Whether Kent Paul will appear in Grand Theft Auto 6 remains unknown. The X post offers no clues. It's important to note the distinction between the 3D era (PS2/PSP) and the HD era (GTA 4 onwards) of the GTA games – they exist as separate universes. However, some crossover exists: locations and gangs from earlier games reappear, and characters like Lazlo have appeared across multiple titles. Kent Paul's presence on the Vinewood Walk of Fame hints at a potential return, but nothing concrete can be confirmed based on the Marching Powder announcement.