Robert Downey Jr.
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Robert Downey Jr. Robert Downey Jr. is an American actor who achieved global superstardom as Tony Stark / Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After overcoming well-publicized personal struggles, he became one of the highest-paid actors in history and won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Oppenheimer.
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Robert John Downey Jr. is an American actor. His films as a leading actor have grossed over $14.3 billion worldwide, making him one of the highest-grossing actors of all time. Downey was the highest-paid actor in the world annually from 2013 to 2015. Known for his versatility across roles, he is the recipient of various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Daytime Emmy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and two British Academy Film Awards.
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was born in Manhattan, New York City, on April 4, 1965
was born in Manhattan, New York City, on April 4, 1965
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Birth of Robert Downey Jr..
personalHe starred alongside Kiefer Sutherland and Winona Ryder in the teen drama film...
He starred alongside Kiefer Sutherland and Winona Ryder in the teen drama film 1969 (1988)
careerHe made his acting debut at the age of five, portraying a sick puppy in the...
He made his acting debut at the age of five, portraying a sick puppy in the absurdist comedy film Pound (1970), and at seven, he appeared in the Western film Greaser's Palace (1972)
personalHe attended Lincoln Junior High School for eighth grade and then Santa Monica...
He attended Lincoln Junior High School for eighth grade and then Santa Monica High School for ninth and tenth grades, but dropped out in 1982
personal1983–1995: Early work and critical acclaim Downey made his stage debut in 1983...
1983–1995: Early work and critical acclaim Downey made his stage debut in 1983 with a three-week run in Alms for the Middle Class at the Geva Theatre Center
careerDowney and Levin at the premiere of Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015) Downey...
Downey and Levin at the premiere of Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015) Downey started dating actress Sarah Jessica Parker in 1984 after meeting her on the set of Firstborn
personalDowney at the premiere of Air America in 1990 In 1985, Downey joined the new,...
Downey at the premiere of Air America in 1990 In 1985, Downey joined the new, younger cast of Saturday Night Live, securing the audition with help from his Weird Science co-star and friend Anthony Michael Hall
careerDowney's first leading role came in The Pick-up Artist (1987), which faced...
Downey's first leading role came in The Pick-up Artist (1987), which faced criticism for being "sexually irresponsible" because of its portrayal of promiscuous sex during a period of heightened AIDS awareness
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