No, Robert Downey Jr. does not have cancer.
Robert John Downey Jr. is an American actor. He's well-known for being' Iron Man', also called 'Tony Stark', in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
At just five years old, he began acting in a 1970 movie named "Pound," which his father made. After that, he kept on working in movies and TV shows. He was even considered for two Academy Awards for his acting in "Chaplin" and "Tropic Thunder." He also acted in the 2024 hit movie, 'Oppenheimer'. Christopher Nolan directed this film with Downey playing the role of Lewis Strauss.
What led to the suspicion of Robert Downey Jr. having cancer?
Robert Downey Jr. suddenly lost weight and became bald, which worried people that he might have cancer. However, this is not the case. He made these changes in his looks for his upcoming show on HBO. During the 13th Governor's Awards in Los Angeles, Robert Downey Jr. surprised many by shaving his head as per The Mirror. This led to rumors about cancer, but that's false. There has been no confirmation regarding Downey having cancer from either him or his team.
Celebrities often transform their appearance for their acting roles. Some alter their weight or looks. Similarly, the rumors about Robert Downey Jr. having cancer are not true. He underwent these changes for his new role in HBO's TV series, 'The Sympathizer'.
What is 'The Sympathizer'?
"The Sympathizer" is a television series that combines historical, black comedy, and drama genres. It's adapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name written by Viet Thanh Nguyen in 2015. The show has been developed by co-showrunners Park Chan-wook and Don McKellar. Park Chan-wook is also directing the series. The production is a collaboration between A24, Rhombus Media, and HBO. Released on April 14, 2024, the series is broadcast on HBO and will also be accessible for streaming on HBO Max.
The story is about a character called the Captain. He's from North Vietnam, but he works secretly in the South Vietnamese army during the chaotic time of the Vietnam War. When the war is about to end, he has to run away to the United States with his boss. While settling amidst a community of South Vietnamese refugees, he maintains his covert role as a spy, secretly transmitting information to the Viet Cong. The story delves into his internal struggle as he grapples with conflicting allegiances between his original loyalties and his newly established life.
FAQs on Robert Downey Jr.
A. Robert Downey Jr. does not have any notable illnesses. In a 2000 People magazine article, Robert Downey Jr.'s stepmother, Rosemary, shared that he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder a few years prior. This diagnosis was cited as a reason for his struggles with staying sober.
A. Considering that Marvel Studios has predominantly concluded the narratives it intended to depict with the original Avengers, it's improbable that Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man will make a substantial comeback.
A. Robert Downey Jr. is 60 years old as of April 2025.
