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

If you're a fan of Rockstar Games and follow them on X (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, is promoting a small British film. And who exactly is Danny Dyer? Let us shed some light on this intriguing connection.

Who is Danny Dyer?

Danny Dyer, whose full name is Daniel John Dyer, is a renowned actor hailing from East London. In the UK, he's a household name, often described as an "absolute legend" — a term that, according to Urban Dictionary, refers to someone who is "funny, reckless, original, and sensitive in the right measures." Since starting his acting career in 1993, Dyer has carved out a niche for himself, often portraying tough, working-class characters. His public persona is equally bold; he's known for his candid views on societal and governmental issues, often embodying a "tough uncle" approach to life. A memorable piece of advice from Dyer in a 2010 Zoo magazine column suggested that a man recovering from a breakup should go "on a rampage [drinking session] with the boys."

Dyer's social media presence is equally entertaining, as evidenced by posts like:

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 before. He plays the character Kent Paul in *GTA: Vice City*, where he manages the Scottish rock band Love Fist, and he reprised this role in *GTA: San Andreas*, this time managing the Gurning Chimps and later producing for rapper Madd Dogg.

But Dyer's link 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 unexpected venture into film production showcases Rockstar's broader interests beyond gaming.

*Marching Powder*, the film highlighted in Rockstar's tweet, reunites Dyer with director Nick Love. While not a sequel to *The Football Factory*, it shares similar themes, including football hooliganism, heavy drinking, drug use, and a distinctly British sense of humor. Despite the promotion, Rockstar has no direct involvement in *Marching Powder*; their support stems from their past collaboration with Dyer and Love.

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

While there's no concrete information about Kent Paul's return in *GTA 6*, it's worth exploring the possibility. The *Grand Theft Auto* series is divided into two distinct eras: the 3D era (PS2 and PSP games) and the HD era (starting with *GTA 4*). These are considered separate universes, with no direct continuity between them. This separation explains why *GTA 5*'s Los Santos differs from *San Andreas*' version and why characters from the 3D era are not directly referenced in the HD era games.

However, there are exceptions. *GTA 5* features Grove Street from *San Andreas*, and some gangs, like the Ballas, have made the transition between universes. Lazlo, another character, has appeared across both eras. Interestingly, Kent Paul has a star on the Vinewood Walk of Fame in *GTA 5*, suggesting a potential for his return. While the tweet about *Marching Powder* doesn't provide any clues about *GTA 6*, the possibility of Kent Paul's return remains open.