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Marvel bringing back Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ is lazy and desperate

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Marvel bringing back Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ is lazy and desperate

In a move of bewildering grandiosity, Disney is debuting four teaser trailers for next year’s Marvel rinse-and-repeat, “Avengers: Doomsday,” before “Avatar: Fire and Ash.” It’s the sort of intricate, collect-‘em-all marketing splash Taylor Swift might make, except nobody cares about the Tortured Heroes Department anymore. Social media has been shrugging since Thursday. Chris Evans is … Read more

Harris’ Hollywood pals radio silent after Trump victory — they can’t ‘afford’ to lose fans: expert

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Harris’ Hollywood pals radio silent after Trump victory — they can’t ‘afford’ to lose fans: expert

It’s been a week since Donald Trump declared victory over Vice President Harris in the 2024 presidential election. While many celebrities have shared their thoughts on the president-elect, some have seemingly remained notably silent.  In the weeks leading up to the election, stars such as Oprah Winfrey, Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, George Clooney, Beyoncé, Bruce Springsteen, Arnold Schwarzenegger, … Read more

‘Avengers’ stars assemble in roasted Kamala Harris ad: ‘New cringe just dropped’

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‘Avengers’ stars assemble in roasted Kamala Harris ad: ‘New cringe just dropped’

Marvel’s “Avengers: Endgame” stars reunited in an ad for the Democratic ticket that was mocked as “new cringe” for the Harris campaign. Actors Robert Downey Jr, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo, Danai Gurira, Don Cheadle and Paul Bettany took part in a video endorsement for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz that was posted on … Read more

‘McNeal’ review: Robert Downey Jr.’s awful Broadway play about AI is a total wipeout

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‘McNeal’ review: Robert Downey Jr.’s awful Broadway play about AI is a total wipeout

Theater review MCNEAL One hour and 40 minutes, with no intermission. At Lincoln Center Theater, 160 W. 65th Street.<br> The tiresome Broadway play “McNeal,” starring Robert Downey Jr., is about every windbag’s favorite topic — AI. In Ayad Akhtar’s drama, which opened Monday night at Lincoln Center, those two letters are, of course, supposed to … Read more

Jennifer Aniston nearly didn’t get into the Emmys — and one actor saved her from embarrassment

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Jennifer Aniston nearly didn’t get into the Emmys — and one actor saved her from embarrassment

The one where Jennifer Aniston almost didn’t get into the Emmys. The actress, 55, attended the 2024 Emmy Awards in Los Angeles Sunday, but the night didn’t start off smooth for her. Aniston’s ticket wouldn’t scan through security for two minutes at the Peacock Theater, according to USA Today. Jennifer Aniston at the 76th Primetime … Read more

Robert Downey Jr. on Broadway, fashion of the African diaspora and more NYC events

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Robert Downey Jr. on Broadway, fashion of the African diaspora and more NYC events

Each week, Alexa is rounding up the buzziest fashion drops, hotel openings, restaurant debuts and celeb-studded cultural happenings in NYC. It’s our curated guide to the very best things to see, shop, taste and experience around the city.  What’s making our luxury list this week? Robert Downey, Jr. on Broadway, a huge new Arc’Teryx store … Read more

Robert Downey Jr. explains his shocking decision to return to Marvel: ‘Let’s get Victor Von Doom right’

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Robert Downey Jr. explains his shocking decision to return to Marvel: ‘Let’s get Victor Von Doom right’

Robert Downey Jr. finally revealed how his Marvel comeback came to be. The 59-year-old actor appeared on Tuesday’s episode of The Hollywood Reporter’s “Awards Chatter” podcast and confirmed that Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige convinced him to return to the MCU as notorious villain Doctor Doom. “Susan [Downey] and I were sitting down with Feige at … Read more

Robert Downey Jr. cameo was written for ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ but ‘MCU clearly had bigger plans’

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Robert Downey Jr. cameo was written for ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ but ‘MCU clearly had bigger plans’

Before Robert Downey Jr.’s return to Marvel as Doctor Doom, the creators of “Deadpool & Wolverine” explored the possibility of bringing him back as Tony Stark.  Director Shawn Levy revealed that almost everyone approached for a cameo in the film agreed to participate, including Jennifer Garner (Elektra), Henry Cavill (The “Cavillrine” Wolverine variant) and Wesley … Read more

‘Heartbroken’ Jonathan Majors reacts to Robert Downey Jr. replacing him as Marvel villain

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‘Heartbroken’ Jonathan Majors reacts to Robert Downey Jr. replacing him as Marvel villain

Jonathan Majors lost his Marvel villain role to Robert Downey Jr. Downey Jr., 59, was announced as Doctor Doom, the main antagonist in the next two “Avengers” films (2026’s “Avengers: Doomsday” and 2027’s “Avengers: Secret Wars”), at Comic-Con over the weekend. The actor previously played Tony Stark/Iron Man until the beloved hero was killed off … Read more

Confused Gwyneth Paltrow reacts to Robert Downey Jr.’s shocking Marvel return as Doctor Doom: ‘I don’t get it’

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Confused Gwyneth Paltrow reacts to Robert Downey Jr.’s shocking Marvel return as Doctor Doom: ‘I don’t get it’

Pepper Potts is perplexed. Gwyneth Paltrow, 51, reacted to the announcement that Robert Downey Jr. is returning to Marvel to play the villain Doctor Doom in the next two “Avengers” movies — 2026’s “Avengers: Doomsday” and 2027’s “Avengers: Secret Wars.” Paltrow played Pepper Potts, the love interest of Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark/Iron Man, in several … Read more

Fans bash ‘lazy’ Robert Downey Jr’s return as Dr. Doom: Marvel ‘reduced itself to cash grabs’

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Fans bash ‘lazy’ Robert Downey Jr’s return as Dr. Doom: Marvel ‘reduced itself to cash grabs’

Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but the move may already be doomed. The 59-year-old actor was revealed as Doctor Doom, the latest villain in the “Avengers” franchise, at San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday — just five years after his previous Marvel role as Iron Man was spectacularly martyred in “Avengers: … Read more

Robert Downey Jr. dramatically reveals MCU return for upcoming ‘Avengers’ movies as villain Doctor Doom

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Robert Downey Jr. dramatically reveals MCU return for upcoming ‘Avengers’ movies as villain Doctor Doom

Robert Downey Jr. will be returning to the Marvel Universe as notorious Fantastic Four villain Doctor Doom. Kevin Feige, president of Marvel Studios, made the stunning reveal at Marvel’s San Diego Comic-Con panel on Saturday, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Downey is set to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. DiscussingFilm, /X Kevin Feige, president of … Read more

Jeremy Renner: ‘I’d rather go to jail’ with Robert Downey Jr. than ‘do something amazing by myself’

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Jeremy Renner: ‘I’d rather go to jail’ with Robert Downey Jr. than ‘do something amazing by myself’

Avengers assemble.  Jeremy Renner, 53, opened up about his friendship with his fellow “Avengers” like Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. in a new interview with Men’s Health, which was published earlier this week.  “Oh, f–k yeah, it’s a real thing — it’s not just for Instagram. We f–kin’ hate that sh-t,” Renner said about … Read more

Mel Gibson praises ‘kind’ Robert Downey Jr. for defending him when he was ‘poster boy for canceled’

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Mel Gibson praises ‘kind’ Robert Downey Jr. for defending him when he was ‘poster boy for canceled’

He had a brave heart. Mel Gibson is forever grateful for his “Air in America” co-star Robert Downey Jr. after the Oscar winner defended him following his 2006 arrest in Malibu. “One time, I got into a bit of a sticky situation where it kind of ended my career,” Gibson, 68, wrote in a profile … Read more

Robert Downey Jr. responds to Jimmy Kimmel’s Oscars joke about his drug use

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Robert Downey Jr. responds to Jimmy Kimmel’s Oscars joke about his drug use

Iron Man wasn’t too bent out of shape over Jimmy Kimmel’s Oscars cracks. “I don’t care,” Robert Downey Jr. told Esquire. “I love Jimmy Kimmel. I think he’s a national treasure.” During Kimmel’s monologue at the 2024 Academy Awards in March, the late-night host took aim at Downey’s past drug use. Downey didn’t smile after … Read more

Robert Downey Jr. and wife Susan swear by this one rule in their 18-year marriage

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Robert Downey Jr. and wife Susan swear by this one rule in their 18-year marriage

Robert Downey Jr.’s wife, Susan, is pulling back the curtain on how they keep their 18-year ironclad marriage strong. “We do have a two-week rule, which often feels too long, but we don’t go more than two weeks without seeing each other and the family being together,” Susan, 50, told People in an interview published … Read more

Gwyneth Paltrow freaks out over Robert Downey Jr.’s Oscar win— while getting highlights

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Gwyneth Paltrow freaks out over Robert Downey Jr.’s Oscar win— while getting highlights

It was the highlight of her evening! Gwyneth Paltrow went viral after posting a video of herself reacting to the 2024 Oscar win of her “Iron Man” co-star Robert Downey Jr. for Best Supporting Actor — in the middle of getting her roots bleached. In a Sunday Instagram Story, the “Seven” actress held up her phone … Read more

Robert Downey Jr. wins Best Supporting Actor for ‘Oppenheimer’ at Oscars 2024: ‘I’d like to thank my terrible childhood’

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Robert Downey Jr. wins Best Supporting Actor for ‘Oppenheimer’ at Oscars 2024: ‘I’d like to thank my terrible childhood’

Robert Downey Jr. is finally an Oscar winner. The 58-year-old “Oppenheimer” star took home the Best Supporting Actor Oscar at the 96th Academy Awards, presented live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday. “I’d like to thank my terrible childhood and the Academy in that order,” Downey joked during his acceptance speech. “I’d … Read more

Oscars 2024: Here’s how to stream all the Best Picture nominees

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Oscars 2024: Here’s how to stream all the Best Picture nominees

Hollywood’s biggest films are quite literally at your fingertips. The 2024 Oscars may be this weekend, but there are still plenty of ways to stream all of the Best Picture nominees from Hollywood’s biggest night right from the comfort of your own home. This year, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences nominated 10 … Read more

Oscar predictions 2024: Who will win vs. who should win this year

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Oscar predictions 2024: Who will win vs. who should win this year

Christopher Nolan’s prestige epic that remarkably grossed nearly $1 billion will be the big winner. But the award show will have its share of hot races, too. Here, Post critic Johnny Oleksinski picks who will win and who should win at the 2024 Academy Awards, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel on Sunday, March 10 at 7:00 p.m. … Read more