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ActorBirth Name :
Robert John Downey Jr.Birth Date :
April 04, 1965Birth Place :
New York, New York, USASpouse :
Deborah Falconer (actress, 29-May-92 - 26-Apr-04), Susan Levin (producer, since 27-Aug-05)Claim to fame :
As Charlie Chaplin in "Chaplin" (1992)
New 'Sherlock Holmes' Trailer Offers All Kind of Fights
November 05, 2009 09:11:40"Sherlock Holmes" won't play in theaters until Christmas Day, but Warner Bros. Pictures has offered more taste of its action and especially bromance through a brand new trailer. Debuted at MTV, this sneak peek mostly centers on Holmes and Watson as they work together while bickering all the way. At one point, Rachel McAdams' Irene Adler says, "They've been flirting this way for hours!"
The trailer also presents all kind of fights from gunfights to fistfights. Earlier, star Robert Downey Jr. has told MTV about how his legendary detective character practices his fighting skills. "He thinks through all eventualities, possibilities and counterattacks when he's fighting, so he actually has the fight worked out before he starts," so the actor claimed.
Tony Stark's New Invention Exposed in New 'Iron Man 2' Set Visit
October 14, 2009 01:10:34French channel CanalPlus has visited the set of the much awaited "Iron Man 2", and made available the set visit video for viewing pleasure. The nearly eight minutes video goes to inspect the workshop of Tony Stark aka Iron Man with director Jon Favreau being on hand to explain the upgrades the filming team has done to the room and what new invention Stark is working on.
Aside from providing the tour around the workshop, the video also presents the filmmaker talking about this "Iron Man" sequel, specifically on why making it is easier than bringing the first one to the big screen, and on adding Mickey Rourke and Scarlett Johansson. It also offers commentaries from star Robert Downey Jr. on the difficulty of making "Iron Man 2" for him among other things.
Mickey Rourke Under Spotlight on New 'Iron Man 2' Set Visit
September 30, 2009 09:09:17Entertainment Tonight (ET) has just brought forth another set visit video for "Iron Man 2". Focusing mainly on Mickey Rourke and his villainous character, Whiplash, the two minutes plus footage from the set of the highly anticipated "Iron Man" sequel features commentary from director Jon Favreau and fellow cast members, Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Don Cheadle.
"Once we thought of him, we started developing the costume and the design of the character around him," Favreau told ET's Thea Andrews on the casting of Rourke. "His career got very busy as he was doing all the award season stuff and it took some time to make everything work out, but he was enthusiastic from our first meeting. And, I was so glad that it worked out. Now he's a very formidable adversary to Robert Downey Jr."
'Iron Man 2': Set Visit Video From ET
September 25, 2009 04:09:40Entertainment Tonight has presented a behind-the-scenes look at the highly anticipated "Iron Man 2" with a set visit video. Around five minutes long, the on-set footage is filled with the action and explosion happening at the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique race track, exposing Whiplash turning the race cars into burning debris.
In the video, some of the major stars like Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Scarlett Johansson open up about working for the superhero feature film. Beside talking about the workout regime they underwent, the trio also addresses on filming the love triangle part between Tony Stark, Pepper Potts and Black Widow.
Jon Favreau and Robert Downey Jr. Team Up for 'Cowboys and Aliens'
September 02, 2009 10:09:42Marvel Comics property won't be the only platform director Jon Favreau and actor Robert Downey Jr. work together for. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the helmer of "Iron Man" and its sequel, "Iron Man 2", has come on board the adaptation of the Platinum Studios Comics graphic novel, "Cowboys and Aliens", to which Downey Jr. is attached to star.
Downey Jr. has been attached to this big screen project since summer of 2008 when "Iron Man" scribes Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby were working on the script. It is not until "Lost" executive producer Damon Lindelof and "Star Trek" screenwriter Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci rewrote the script that Favreau circles the project.
'Sherlock Holmes' From the Eyes of Robert Downey Jr.
August 28, 2009 12:08:57Not having trouble with his portrayal of Tony Stark in "Iron Man" and its sequel, Robert Downey Jr. confessed that starring as one particular legendary detective for Guy Ritchie's "Sherlock Holmes" is hard. "Sherlock Holmes is easily the toughest job I've ever had," the actor stated in an interview with MTV.
During the interview, Downey also shared his thought on his titular character by describing him as "a total badass." He then elaborated his remark, saying "He thinks through all eventualities, possibilities and counterattacks when he's fighting, so he actually has the fight worked out before he starts."
New 'The Vampire Chronicles' Potentially Has Robert Downey Jr.
August 15, 2009 01:08:03Robert Downey Jr. could be trading his Iron Man suit with vampire fangs for "The Vampire Chronicles". According to Bloody-Disgusting, the Tony Stark aka Iron Man in "Iron Man" is in "close talks" to star as French nobleman-turned-vampire Lestat de Lioncourt in a big screen return for Anne Rice's popular fiction.
Should the rumor is true, Downey Jr. will be the third actor to take on Lestat, the narrator and main character of the majority of Rice's vampire tale series. Tom Cruise has portrayed Lestat in 1994's "Interview with the Vampire" and Stuart Townsend followed Cruise's footsteps in 2003 with "Queen of the Damned".
New 'Iron Man 2' Photo Hints on Plot
July 30, 2009 10:07:02An all-new picture from "Iron Man 2" has been unveiled. Accompanying the first part of Marvel.com's set visit report of the much-awaited "Iron Man" sequel, the fresh image takes a close look at Robert Downey Jr.'s Tony Stark as he is submerged in deep thought when observing a scale model of the Stark Expo.
The photo is taken from one of the scenes the site has got the chance to see during its set visit to Tony Stark's workshop. [SPOILER ALERT!] Describing the footage itself, Randy Ma of Marvel.com wrote, "The first scene depicted Tony looking down at a scale model of the Stark Expo, which closely resembles the New York World's Fair Pavilion."
Robert Downey Jr. Gets a 'Due Date'
July 25, 2009 02:07:06Robert Downey Jr. is shifting his attention from action adventure to comedy with "Due Date". In a recent casting news, the star of "Iron Man" and its sequel is reported to have been tapped for a lead role in the brand new comedy project from "The Hangover" director Todd Phillips.
For the feature project, 44-year-old Downey will tackle on a role of an expectant father who finds himself on a road trip with a mismatched partner. The Academy Award-nominated actor is set to star opposite "The Hangover" star Zach Galifianakis, who has been picked up to play his road trip mate.
More 'Iron Man 2' Photos Coming Out
July 22, 2009 04:07:31In anticipation of "Iron Man 2" presentation at San Diego Comic Con 2009, USA Today has brought forth a series of new photos for the superhero sequel. Three in total, the new pictures center on Robert Downey Jr.'s Tony Stark, Gwyneth Paltrow's Pepper Potts, Don Cheadle's Colonel James 'Rhodey' Rhodes and director Jon Favreau.
One of the images shows what is said to be the after-effect of Whiplash's attack when Tony Stark participates in a race as a pissed off Stark is seen squatting amidst wreckage on the race track. Another one displays Potts, who has been promoted to CEO of Stark Industries, lounging on her chair. The last one captures Favreau having a discussion with Downey Jr. and Cheadle on the film's set.
Two Character Posters From 'Sherlock Holmes'
June 20, 2009 09:06:49Warner Bros. have debuted two character posters for Guy Ritchie-directed "Sherlock Holmes" via Yahoo! Movies. The two one-sheets bring the attention to two of the action movie's major characters, Sherlock Holmes played by Robert Downey Jr. and his sidekick Dr. Watson portrayed by Jude Law.
Serving as a reminder that the movie is coming out on Christmas Day, both of the character posters carry different taglines. The one with Holmes in the center of the piece brings about "Nothing Escapes Him", while the other one which sees serious-looking Watson with a cane over his shoulder gets "Crime Will Pay" tagline.
'Iron Man 2' Set Photo: Robert Downey Jr. Suits Up
May 08, 2009 10:05:32Another take at Robert Downey Jr. in "Iron Man 2" has been shared. If the first one was from the "Iron Man" sequel's first official photo, this second picture came from its Los Angeles set and was brought into attention by People. The snap capturing Downey Jr. in parts of his Iron Man suit was taken on Wednesday, May 6, when the leading man was reportedly shooting a scene.
The gear Downey wears in the photo is said to be the new Iron Man suit. Of the new suit, Vic Holtreman of Screenrant wrote, "The gauntlets are much beefier on top of his hands, there are some gold highlights in the rib cage area and the chest piece looks redesigned as well. Looks like the tricep area is beefed up along with the shoulders, too, giving the impression (to me, anyway) of a more powerful armor."
Fresh Images From Robert Downey Jr.-Starrer 'Sherlock Holmes'
May 06, 2009 11:05:34Warner Bros. Pictures have unleashed a batch of new images from "Sherlock Holmes" through USA Today. Most of the photos take their focus on the two main characters, Robert Downey Jr.'s Sherlock and Jude Law's Dr. Watson, while a couple of them tag along Rachel McAdams' Irene Adler and Mark Strong's villainous Lord Blackwood.
The freshly-released pictures tease on some of the actions to be seen as well as the drama to be expected. In one of the images, Sherlock is captured practicing his bartitsu skills in fighting two baddies who are blocking his way through the catacombs of London's St. Paul's Cathedral. In another one, he and Adler flee for their lives "during a harrowing sequence inside a pig slaughterhouse."
'The Soloist' Went to L.A. for Premiere
April 21, 2009 01:04:01A week short of its theatrical debut, "The Soloist" has gone to Los Angeles for a premiere. The special screening event took place Monday, April 20 at Paramount Theatre in Hollywood and was attended by many Hollywood stars as well as the two people whose story is being picked up in the movie, Nathaniel Ayers and Los Angeles Times columnist Steve Lopez.
Also seen walking down the red carpet on the occasion were most of the film's cast. They included leading men, Jamie Foxx and Robert Downey Jr., and cast members, Catherine Keener, Kirsten Lea, Lisa Gay Hamilton, Nelsan Ellis, Justin Martin and Stephen Root. Writer Susannah Grant, music technical consultant Ben Hong and producer Russ Krasnoff were present as well.
'Iron Man 2' Is Both Risky and Artistic
April 21, 2009 10:04:53Robert Downey Jr. has once again come up with bits of details from the "Iron Man 2", suggesting that the movie will be both "risky and artistic". In a round table interview during the international press day for "The Soloist", the actor told Collider that everything from the first movie has been improved.
Speaking about the redesigning of the Iron Man armor, the Kirk Lazarus of "Tropic Thunder" stated, "Everything has been improved. Everything is ergonomic and the story is incredibly risky and artistic for a big genre movie." He then explained on his "risky" comment, saying "The set pieces have to do with things that aren't your typical like bad guy conflict."
Love Triangle Plot in 'Iron Man 2' Confirmed
April 08, 2009 10:04:47Tony Stark will indeed be involved in a love triangle with his assistant Pepper Potts and Russian female fatale Black Widow in "Iron Man 2". Robert Downey Jr., the actor who plays Stark a.k.a. Iron Man in both "Iron Man" and its sequel, has confirmed the matter himself during a recent press junket for "The Soloist".
When asked by MTV News whether he'd be 1/3 of a love triangle in the film, the Academy Award-nominee for "Tropic Thunder" responded simply, "Heck yeah, Wouldn't you?" While making sure that the love triangle plot will play a part in the storyline, the 44-year-old actor didn't elaborate more on how exactly the love triangle will work out in the sequel.
'Iron Man 2' Not Really Going With 'Demon in a Bottle' Plot
April 04, 2009 11:04:58During the press junket of "The Soloist" Friday, April 3, Robert Downey Jr. has finally broken the silence over "Iron Man 2" possible plot. When asked by MTV whether this "Iron Man" sequel will be based on the "Demon in a Bottle" storyline, he responded by saying, "Not really. As a matter of fact, I think that's probably best saved because it's such its own storyline."
The 43-year-old then continued, pointing out on which direction this follow-up movie will take. "We're going for the interim space [between the origin and "Demon"]," the "Tropic Thunder" star explained, "which is more a look behind the mask of someone who says he's Iron Man and what it really is to become a superhero."
On-Set Video Interview With 'Sherlock Holmes' Cast
March 12, 2009 11:03:34Entertainment Tonight has got the chance to visit "Sherlock Holmes" set and sit down with its A-list cast ensemble, Robert Downey Jr., Rachel McAdams and Jude Law to discuss on the re-imagining of the famed detective. In the nearly four minutes video which also includes on-set footage, each of the three actors takes turn in revealing what the movie is all about.
The interview starts with a question whether Downey Jr., McAdams and Law are a fan of the character before going on to do this movie. While Downey Jr. told ET's Thea Andrews he believes everyone will be Sherlock Holmes fans if they have read the books, Law revealed that he hasn't got the chance to read the book until he was about 17 years old, and McAdams confessed that she has just come to know Holmes from the movie's script.
'Iron Man 2' to Start Filming April
February 25, 2009 10:02:35"Iron Man 2" is days away from kicking off its principal photography. Giving the latest update to the "Iron Man" sequel, Marvel Studios announced on Wednesday, February 24, that the second movie of the superhero in armored iron suit will begin filming in early April.
While speculations around the casting of this movie have been running wild, the studio's press release only named Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Don Cheadle as the film's cast ensemble. No words have been shared regarding the circulating casting rumors around Sam Rockwell as Justin Hammer, Mickey Rourke as either Crimson Dynamo or Whiplash, and Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow, among others.
Reese Witherspoon and Robert Downey Jr. to Fight Aliens in 'The Days Before'
February 17, 2009 04:02:07Two of Hollywood stars, Reese Witherspoon and Robert Downey Jr., are likely to share screen in "The Days Before". According to Production Weekly, the "Four Christmases" actress and the "Iron Man" actor are showing interest in the action sci-fi project, in fact they are in talks to star in it.
While it has been reported that the movie will chronicle a man's attempt to convince the world that the end is coming as aliens invade the Earth, it is still unclear on the potential characters Witherspoon and Downey Jr. are negotiating for. Still, there's a chance that they will work together with "Wanted (2008)" helmer Timur Bekmambetov, who is also reported to be in negotiation for the directing part.
Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law Talk 'Sherlock Holmes'
February 13, 2009 03:02:42In the on-set interview with MTV, Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law, the two leading actors of Guy Ritchie's "Sherlock Holmes" open up on various topics from the script to the dynamic between their characters, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson respectively. While careful enough not to spoil the plot, the co-stars share that one of the interesting things from the movie is the "bromance".
Admitting that he thinks the casting of Downey Jr. will make the project "something exciting", Law revealed that the movie will explore the relationship between Watson and Holmes, saying "And as soon as I met him, we got on very well - which is a good sign - and we both agreed that we wanted to really make this a piece about the relationship between Watson and Holmes." Downey Jr. added, "I think the word bromance is so passe. We are two men who happen to be roommates who wrestle a lot and share a bed."
Mickey Rourke's Casting Speculation in 'Iron Man 2' a Bit Premature
February 04, 2009 09:02:01Contrary to the circulating rumors, Mickey Rourke is not in talks for the villainous role of Crimson Dynamo in "Iron Man 2". Revealing the matter was "Iron Man" star Robert Downey Jr. in a recent interview with MTV News on the set of "Sherlock Holmes". "That's actually incorrect," claimed the 43-year-old when asked about the casting speculations.
Questioned further whether Rourke is up for the role of Whiplash instead of Crimson Dynamo, the actor who recently received an Academy Award-nomination for his performance in "Tropic Thunder" stated, "I can neither confirm nor deny that." Still, he added, "Or maybe it's some semblance of both. Here, I can tell you everything about the story except I won't give away the ending. The nerd stuff is top-drawer security."
All Three Leads Exposed in New 'Sherlock Holmes' Photo
February 03, 2009 03:02:52Sherlock Holmes, Dr. John Watson and Irene Adler are seen together for the first time in the newly released image of "Sherlock Holmes". While some of the on-set pictures and several stills have exposed both Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law as their characters earlier, the new pic courtesy of USA Today has displayed the two actors sharing screen with their co-star Rachel McAdams.
The new still came out in accompaniment of the trade's article about Downey Jr.'s thought over his Academy Award nomination for his role in "Tropic Thunder". "It's so funny to me that the role is a guy who is an Oscar-seeking moron. His whole motivation is Oscars," the actor was quoted as saying. "Irony is synonymous with pretty much everything that is going on."
Robert Downey Jr. Almost Seriously Injured During 'Sherlock Holmes' Filming
November 29, 2008 10:11:02Robert Downey Jr. almost got a serious injury during the filming of "Sherlock Holmes". According to the report by The Sun, the star of "Iron Man" who is playing legendary detective Holmes has been knocked unconscious when shooting a fight scene with co-star Robert Maillet at Chatham dockyard in Kent.
Though walking away with six stitches in his mouth, the incident left the 43-year-old "out cold" for about six seconds and "drooling blood" before medics could bring him round. Recalling the incident, a nurse said, "Robert was accidentally caught on the chin by a thundering hook. He went flying and was out cold. He didn't want to go to hospital and kept trying to get up. He's a trooper. But there have been lots of other problems too."
What Robert Downey Jr. Has to Say About Future 'The Avengers'
November 26, 2008 03:11:46Having been officially signed to once again star as Iron Man in "The Avengers", Robert Downey Jr. now opens up about the difficulties of making a film with multiple superheroes. To Splash Page MTV, the actor who plays Tony Stark in "Iron Man" expresses his concern stating, "If we don't get it right it's really, really going to suck."
Continuing his remark, he says, "It has to be the crowning blow of Marvel's best and brightest because it's the hardest thing to get right. It's tough to spin all the plates for one of these characters." On his part in the project, he explains, "I think its important that I do what I'm supposed to do which is keep my side of the street clean."
Robert Downey Jr. Broke Silence Over Rhodey's Actors Swap in 'Iron Man 2'
November 06, 2008 04:11:05While many people involved in the production of "Iron Man 2" remain mum on the sudden replacement of Terrence Howard with Don Cheadle, Robert Downey Jr. apparently has something to be said on the buzzed-about topic. Playing it coy about his reaction to the replacement, the 43-year-old insisted to MTV News, "I had nothing to do with that decision."
"I love Terrence very very much. That's all I'll say because I haven't talked to him yet," Downey Jr. further added. Making sure that he doesn't play favorites between the two actors, the "Charlie Bartlett" actor also praised Cheadle saying, "I've always admired Don [Cheadle]."
Robert Downey Jr. and Don Cheadle Officially Aboard 'The Avengers' and 'Iron Man 2'
October 29, 2008 10:10:33It is official, Robert Downey Jr. and Don Cheadle will team up in both "Iron Man 2" and "The Avengers". Marvel Studios have just given out confirmation that they have signed both actors for the two superhero movies.
Downey Jr. will live up his crime-fighting role as Iron Man once again, while Cheadle will step into the shoes of Colonel James 'Rhodey' Rhodes, once played by Terrence Howard. Despite this great news, it is still unclear though whether Cheadle's character will be transformed into War Machine in "Iron Man" sequel.
Joker Spin-Off Being Considered
September 24, 2008 02:09:45Talking about his dream job to direct any "Batman" movies, helmer Brett Ratner suggested
that the first spin-off movie made from the bat-themed superhero series should be about Joker. To MTV News, the man behind "X-Men: The Last Stand" said that exploring Joker's origin as the Red Hood would be "really cool".
Emphasizing on how grand Joker is as a villain, the 39-year-old filmmaker suggested that there are other actors, who can interpret the psycho as great as Jack Nicholson in "Batman" and Heath Ledger in "The Dark Knight", putting Robert Downey Jr. name as one of them. Ratner explained. "...Joker is a great villain. That's why Jack Nicholson and Heath Ledger had so much to work with. And I think there will be another actor who can interpret that. It would be great to see [Robert] Downey [Jr.] as the Joker, for instance."
'Iron Man' Star Robert Downey Jr. to Become Villainous 'Master Mind'
August 28, 2008 01:08:18Robert Downey Jr. has reaped the benefit of "Iron Man" success with the streaming in of casting roles. After being assigned to portray legendary detective in Guy Ritchie's "Sherlock Holmes", the Academy Award-nominee for 1992 "Chaplin" is being linked to DreamWorks' animation "Master Mind".
The 43-year-old actor allegedly is in talks to lend his voice to a super-villain who loses his will to fight after he accidentally kills his archenemy. For this feature film project, he may be teaming up with "Baby Mama" star Tina Fey, who is also touted for a role in the movie, and will be collaborating once again with his "Tropic Thunder" co-star Ben Stiller who serves as "Master Mind" producer.
Robert Downey Jr. Talks 'Iron Man 2' Plot Spoiler
August 13, 2008 10:08:42While many are still buzzing about the possible cameos in the sequel of action blockbuster "Iron Man", its star Robert Downey Jr. is more interested to spill out the scoop on the sequel's storyline. Talking to Chicago Sun-Times, the 43-year-old spoke about what could be expected from "Iron Man 2".
Sharing the secret of the sequel, the co-star of Ben Stiller and Jack Black in "Tropic Thunder" implied the problem the hero in steel maybe facing. "You want some plot secrets? Okay, here we go," so he claimed "If he said he's Iron Man in the first film, it's one thing to say it and another thing to evolve to a point where you can live in a heroic fashion."
Iron Man's Robert Downey Jr. Up for 'Sherlock Holmes'
July 10, 2008 11:07:45Robert Downey Jr. is going to exchange his bullet-proof armor suit with magnifying glass, calabash pipe and and a deerstalker cap. That happens because the "Iron Man" star has been chosen to portray a legendary master detective in Guy Ritchie's feature film project "Sherlock Holmes".
Nailing the titular character part, the 43-year-old actor joins the project after British filmmaker Guy Ritchie allegedly showed him the polished version of the movie's script. In re-imagining Holmes, the leading man of "Zodiac" is expected to display a more adventurous side of the witty detective. Depicting this character will be Downey Jr.'s first job after his highly successful "Iron Man".
Robert Downey Jr. Up for 'Cowboys and Aliens' Role
June 16, 2008 04:06:54Who is the one who profited the most from the incredible success of "Iron Man"? With the casting speculations circulating around him in the past month, it seems apparent that the answer is Robert Downey Jr.. Since "Iron Man" scored big on the box office, the actor has been rumored to be reprising his role in "The Avengers" as well as to be considered in depicting Playboy mogul Hugh Hefner in "Playboy". Now, the acclaimed actor is reported to be eyeing another movie project.
The "Zodiac" star has been said to be in final negotiation to star in a developed action fantasy movie entitled, "Cowboys and Aliens". Hence, it means that the Academy Award-nominated actor is almost certain to portray a former Union Army gunslinger called Zeke Jackson. If the negotiation goes through, the part will be Downey Jr.'s first deal made after the success of "Iron Man" since no confirmation has been thrown out regarding his role in "Avengers" and "Playboy".
'Iron Man' Star Robert Downey Jr. About to Be 'Playboy' Legend
May 24, 2008 11:05:50Words are circulating that "Iron Man" star Robert Downey Jr. is going to trade his amour suit with a red and black smoking jacket to portray the legendary Playboy magazine founder, Hugh Hefner. The acclaimed actor allegedly will be depicting Hefner in "Playboy" after getting thumbs up from the 'bunny' master himself.
Report from Chicago Sun-Times claimed that the 82-year-old Hefner wants Downey Jr. to play him in the biopic after he saw the actor in "Iron Man". From Downey Jr.'s side, his representative let out that the co-star of Ben Stiller and Jack Black in "Tropic Thunder" is indeed interested in the project but won't make it a done deal until the script is ready and a director has been signed.
Robert Downey Jr. Not Yet Certain on 'Iron Man 2'
May 09, 2008 10:05:36"Iron Man" has gone up to be listed among the historical movies of all time with its blasting opening week. Its sequel has been confirmed days following the tally. However, before fans could put high hopes on "Iron Man 2", the excitement has been toned down with the news stating that director Jon Favreau has not to be signed for the follow-up movie and now report also suggests that the returning of its star Robert Downey Jr. is yet a done deal.
The speculation on the uncertainty of Downey Jr.'s signing broke out following the reluctance of Marvel Studio executives in confirming the actor's involvement on the sequel during first-quarter financial results conference call on Wednesday, May 7. It is further rumored that the studio have to offer the "Zodiac" star with a more lucrative deal to secure his participation in the sequel. To add more fuel to the rumor, in an interview with Entertainment Weekly, the 43-year-old refuses to justify his contract stating, "I really don't know. What I'm on board for right now is the ride home. I don't want to start talking out of my league, because that would have certainly been my inclination in the past. I kind of know how to keep my teeth together a little better than I used to."
New 'Iron Man' on the Run for 'The Avengers'
April 17, 2008 02:04:52Robert Downey Jr.'s fans can put up their hope of seeing more of the "Zodiac" star as he is rumored to be portraying popular superhero character "Iron Man" in "The Avengers". In an interview with MovieHole, the director of "Iron Man", Jon Favreau, hinted that the 43-year-old actor maybe reprising his role as Tony Stark/Iron Man in the various superheroes movie.
According to the site, the director is pretty sure that Downey Jr. may return as the hero in the film based on the Marvel's comic book of the same title. "Downey Jr may be back as Iron Man - possibly even in a film that unites many of the Marvel superheroes. "The Avengers," based on the comic book title of the same name, sees several classic heroes coming together. It's been in early development for a few months now. Favreau believes it'll definitely happen," read the article.
Robert Downey Jr. to Get 2008 ShoWest's Male Star of the Year Award
January 31, 2008 11:01:31The Golden Globe-winning American actor Robert Downey Jr. will be honored with the kudo of Male Star of the Year. He is set to be presented with the award at the 2008 ShoWest's closing night ceremony on March 13.
On Downey's receiving the honor, ShoWest co-managing director Mitch Neuhauser reasoned that the former "Ally McBeal" star has been contributing a lot to the entertainment biz. Neuhauser stated, "For almost four decades, Robert Downey Jr. has been entertaining moviegoers with a resume of films that is as diverse and impressive as anyone could imagine."
Robert Downey Jr. Will Be Jamie Foxx's Co-Lead in The Soloist
August 28, 2007 03:08:40
Getting another Oscar-recognized talent following Jamie Foxx, DreamWorks Pictures has picked up Robert Downey Jr. to accompany the "Ray" actor as his co-lead in "The Soloist", Variety has informed.
Here Downey Jr., fresh from "Iron Man" filming, will assume the role of Steve Lopez, the L.A. Times columnist who discovered the abundant talent of Foxx's schizophrenic character Nathaniel Ayers as a violinist. The Lopez in real life has written a number of columns about the music prodigy as well as a book which is slated to hit stores next spring.
"Thunder" Rumbles Around Robert Downey Jr.
February 28, 2007 03:02:56
Keeping a balance between his comedic and dramatic roles, Robert Downey Jr. is coming onboard alongside Jay Baruchel to star in "Tropic Thunder", a comedic feature which marks Ben Stiller's return to feature directing field after his 2001 work of "Zoolander."
Slated to enter production July this year under DreamWorks SKG banner, the project revolves around five actors who find out that everything goes wrong during the making of a big-budget war movie and end up being the commandos they are portraying. Downey Jr. will play a four-time Oscar winner named Kirk Lazarus while Baruchel is billed as Kevin Sandusky, an unknown actor on the set.
Oscar Presenters List Finalized
February 24, 2007 02:02:58
As the prestigious event is drawing very near to its scheduled date, telecast producer Laura Ziskin has announced the last hefty addition for the list of this year's Oscar presenters. Submitted Meryl Streep and Jack Nicholson into the lineup, the renowned producer also put in names like Gael Garcia Bernal, Emily Blunt, Catherine Deneuve, former Vice President Al Gore, James McAvoy, and Jerry Seinfeld.
Other well-known figures joining the pack are Oscar nominees Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Downey Jr., Greg Kinnear, Helen Mirren, Clive Owen, Ken Watanabe, and Naomi Watts.
Stars Teaming Up for A New Vanity Fair Vintage Hollywood Movie-Cum-Magazine Photo Spread
February 08, 2007 09:02:18
Famous celebrities, including the likes of Robert De Niro, Penelope Cruz, Jack Nicholson, Robert Downey Jr. and Ben Affleck, are all teaming up for a new Vanity Fair vintage Hollywood movie-cum-magazine photo spread, shot by celebrity snapper Annie Liebowitz.
Besides them all, there is also Oscar nominee Forest Whitaker who plays beaten boxer Downey Jr.'s ringside agent in one shot. Edward Norton and Kate Winslet, in addition, also pose together in short film noir titled "Killers Kill, Dead Men Die". The film reportedly features 39 big names in total and can be seen at VanityFair.com.
Robert Downey Jr. Donning "Iron Man" Armor
September 29, 2006 04:09:41
Finally, it is decided. Ain't It Cool News has reported that Robert Downey Jr. has landed the coveted role of the titular hero in "Iron Man", ending the questions and speculations that have been circulating around lately on the matter.
Based on Marvel's iconic superhero, the picture will take focus on a billionaire weapons-manufacturer, Tony Stark, who equips himself with a high-tech suit of armor to fight against evil on a global scale as Iron Man. Filming is slated to begin in February 2007 with Jon Favreau helming and Art Marcum, Matt Holloway, Mark Fergus, plus Hawk Ostby writing the script.
Robert Downey Jr. About to Write Autobiography
July 07, 2006 04:07:54
Actor Robert Downey Jr. has signed a deal with HarperEntertainment, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, to write his memoirs. The company announced Thursday July 6th that the book is scheduled to be released in 2008.
Won't provide details of pact, the publisher promised a "candid look at the highs and lows of his life and career."
The Game Is on Board
October 18, 2005 03:10:32Kindred Media Group is about to play the 'game.' The movie studio has acquired North American distribution rights to "Game 6," a comedy drama flick which is directed by Michael Hoffman and starring the like of Michael Keaton and Robert Downey Jr..
The film is based on an original screenplay by acclaimed novelist Don DeLillo and produced by Amy Robinson, Griffin Dunne, Leslie Urdang, and Christina Weiss Lurie. The story of the film begins when on the eve of the opening of his newest play playwright Nicky Rogan is fixated on failure. But not without reason. As Rogan's day begins, his marriage is in shambles, his lead actor has a parasite in his brain causing him to forget his lines, there is asbestos in the air, and he is terrified of the feared critic Steven Schwimmer who is so hated that he's taken to carrying a gun to the theatre. All of this and it just so happens to be October 25, 1986. A day that every Red Sox fan will never forget. And Nicky Rogan has been a die-hard Red Sox fan forever.
"Chaplin" Jr. Got Married
August 29, 2005 09:08:07The Oscar-nominated actor, Robert Downey Jr., got down the aisle, went groom for his second time. Downey married producer Susan Levin Saturday at a private home in the Hamptons in the Long Island town of Amagansett, People magazine and the TV news magazine Entertainment Tonight reported Saturday.
Some guests attending the wedding included the likes of Keanu Reeves, Billy Joel, Sting and Ellen Barkin, according to People magazine. Sting and Joel reportedly performed at the evening ceremony.
Kidman & Downey Starring in "Fur"
April 06, 2005 10:04:44A new film about the life of photographer Diane Arbus entitled "Fur" starring Nicole Kidman and Robert Downey Jr. will be shot at Brooklyn's 15-acre new Steiner Studios, the largest modern production facility east of Los Angeles.
"Fur," which will be based on Patricia Bosworth's "Diane Arbus: A Biography" tells about Arbus who was known for her photo images of eccentric personalities from the 1950s and '60s and committed suicide in 1971, and to be directed by Steven Shainberg, is set to begin next month and continue through July.
