Robert Downey Jr gained global recognition as Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He began playing Tony Stark in Iron Man (2008) and concluded his journey with his ninth film in the MCU, Avengers: Endgame (2019). But did you know he was a superhero in real life for his co-stars Chris Hemsworth, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, and others? Scroll below for details, as he once threatened the studios over the low salaries of his colleagues.
Many wouldn’t know, but Robert made his acting debut at the young age of five (1970). In 1982, he dropped out of school to pursue his acting career. While he had been a part of many films, the blockbuster “verdict” was due for years. He finally found his first box office success after Jon Favreau cast him as Iron Man.
When Robert Downey Jr fought with Marvel for his co-stars!
Robert Downey Jr was a bonafide superstar by his third Marvel film, The Avengers (2012). But he was loyal to his co-stars and threatened to leave the MCU if his co-stars Chris Hemsworth and Scarlett Johansson’s salaries were not hiked.
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According to a report by Deadline in 2013, while Robert Downey Jr was being paid a whopping $50 million to play Iron Man, his co-stars Scarlett Johansson, Chris Hemsworth, and Chris Evans, amongst others, were only paid $200K. In fact, the studios even threatened a lawsuit against the actors …read more
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