Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr. is an American actor known for career resurrection after struggles with addiction.

He became one of Hollywood's highest-paid performers through his portrayal of Tony Stark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Iron Man films.

His name often appears in discussions of celebrity comebacks: He pulled a Robert Downey Jr. and turned his whole career around.

Marvel

Iron Man

Armored tech-hero persona

Tony Stark · arc reactor · Pepper Potts · Jarvis · MCU · Thanos · Infinity War · repulsor · suit · Civil War

actor

filmography

Listed screen credits

leading · cast · method acting · screen presence · talent · audition · script · supporting · thespian · drama

Hollywood

red carpet

Ceremonial welcome flooring

Oscar · Academy Award · box office · blockbuster · studio · agent · producer · entertainment · fame · paparazzi

charisma

charm

Attractive personal quality

engaging · dynamic · energetic · quick-witted · self-deprecating · confident · sophisticated · stylish · irreverent · sharp

comeback

redemption

Recovery or moral restoration

reinvention · triumph · resilience · rehabilitation · resurgence · revival · transformation · perseverance · rebirth · return

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