Robert Downey Jr Reacts To Jimmy Kimmel's Offensive Oscar Joke; Wants To Return As Iron Man

Robert Downey Jr who looked unimpressed with Jimmy Kimmel's offensive joke about his drug addiction at the Oscars 2024 has finally reacted to the controversy. The Oppenheimer actor who won an Oscar for his performance in the movie, said, "I don¡¯t care."

Robert Downey Jr on Jimmy Kimmel's joke about his drug addiction at Oscars 2024

While talking to Esquire recently, the actor loved for his role as Iron Man in Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) added, "I love Jimmy Kimmel. I think he¡¯s a national treasure."

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For the unversed, during Kimmel¡¯s monologue at the 2024 Academy Awards, he made a joke about Robert Downey Jr's addiction and said, "This is the highest point of Robert Downey Jr's long and illustrious career. Well, one of the highest points."

Well, his joke didn't end there. He then told him, "Was that too on the nose or a drug motion you made?". Kimmel added, "But look at him, he's so handsome, so talented, he's won every award there is to win. "Is that an acceptance speech in your pocket or do you just have a very rectangular penis?"

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Robert Downey Jr wants to return as Iron in MCU?

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The actor has also hinted on his return as Iron Man in MCU. He said that he would "happily" return to play fans' favourite superhero and added, "It¡¯s too integral a part of my DNA. That role chose me. And look, I always say, never, ever bet against Kevin Feige. It is a losing bet. He¡¯s the house. He will always win."

For context, Marvel boss Kevin Feige had previously said that he would not undo Tony Stark's death. However, since Hugh Jackman is returning as Logan in Deadpool and Wolverine, fans think Robert Downey Jr return as Iron Man in MCU is possible.

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