If you follow Rockstar Games on X (the Everything App formerly known as Twitter), you might have been taken aback by their recent post about the film Marching Powder and its star, Danny Dyer. The tweet read:
From our friends Nick Love and Danny Dyer, the absolute legends behind The Football Factory...@MarchingPowder_ — a proper naughty comedy out tomorrow in the UK and Ireland.
Get tickets now at https://t.co/Zj4EBgRKVO and look out for details on worldwide release soon. pic.twitter.com/15u4DEpeDW
— Rockstar Games (@RockstarGames) March 6, 2025
You might be wondering why Rockstar, with its massive following of 21 million, would promote a small British film. And who exactly is Danny Dyer? Let's dive in and clarify.
Who is Danny Dyer?
Daniel John Dyer, known as Danny Dyer, is an actor hailing from East London. In the UK, he's a household name, often referred to as an "absolute legend." For those unfamiliar with British slang, the term "legend" signifies someone who is funny, reckless, original, and sensitive in the right measures—a persona to which many aspire.
Dyer's career began in 1993, and he's known for portraying tough, working-class characters. His public persona is equally bold; he's outspoken on societal and governmental issues, often adopting a "tough uncle" approach to life. For instance, in 2010, he advised a reader of Zoo magazine to go "on a rampage [drinking session] with the boys" to recover from a breakup.
Dyer's social media presence is equally entertaining, as seen in this memorable post:
Roll on bonfire night..........it's gonna get strapped to a great big massive fuck off Rocket so it can join the other Furbys in the sky...
— Danny Dyer (@MrDDyer) September 12, 2013
How is Danny Dyer Connected to Rockstar?
If you're a fan of the Grand Theft Auto series, you've likely heard Danny Dyer's voice. He played Kent Paul in GTA: Vice City, managing the Scottish rock band Love Fist, and reprised the role in GTA: San Andreas, where he represented the Gurning Chimps and later produced for rapper Madd Dogg.
Dyer's connection to Rockstar goes beyond voice acting. In 2004, he starred in The Football Factory, a British film directed by Nick Love and produced by Rockstar Games. This collaboration marks a unique intersection between the gaming and film industries.
Marching Powder, the film Rockstar promoted, reunites Dyer with Nick Love. While not a sequel to The Football Factory, it shares themes of football hooliganism, heavy drinking, drug use, and a gritty British sense of humor. Despite the promotion, Rockstar has no involvement in Marching Powder; they are simply supporting it due to their past collaboration with Dyer and Love.
Is Vice City's Kent Paul Returning for GTA 6?
As of now, there's no confirmation about Kent Paul's return in GTA 6. The social media post about Marching Powder has no bearing on GTA 6. However, let's explore the possibility.
The Grand Theft Auto series is divided into two distinct eras: the 3D era (PS2 and PSP games) and the HD era (from GTA 4 onwards). These are considered separate universes, with no direct storyline continuity between them. This is why GTA 5's Los Santos differs from San Andreas' version, and why characters from the 3D era aren't directly mentioned in the HD era games.
Despite this separation, there are instances of overlap. Grove Street from San Andreas appears in GTA 5, and several gangs from the 3D universe, like the Ballas, are present in the HD universe. Additionally, Lazlo, a recurring character, spans both eras. Notably, Kent Paul has his name on the Vinewood Walk of Fame in GTA 5.
While it's possible that Kent Paul could return in GTA 6, the post about Marching Powder doesn't provide any clues. Fans will have to wait for official announcements from Rockstar to learn more.
