If there’s one thing we all know, it’s that Robert Downey Jr. has been through it all. Fame, infamy, fortune, downfall, redemption, and, of course, saving the universe from a giant purple space villain. But, before he was the charismatic genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist (aka Tony Stark), Robert Downey Jr. was just a kid with a penchant for acting, a troubled upbringing, and a whole lot of baggage. Let’s take a comedic yet informative stroll down the winding road of Robert Downey Jr.’s life, his iconic roles, and how he transformed from Hollywood’s most beloved bad boy into the darling of the MCU and one of the most respected actors of his generation. The Early Days: From Teen Heartthrob to Hollywood’s Golden Ticket Robert Downey Jr. was born on April 4, 1965, in New York City to Robert Downey Sr., a filmmaker, and Elsie Ann, an actress. It was almost as if stardom was a part of his DNA—though if his childhood was any indication, he might have been destined...
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