When The Russo Brothers Revealed Robert Downey Jr Was In Tears After Hearing About Iron Man’s Death In Avengers: Endgame: “… We Had To Do It”

Robert Downey Jr is one of the primary reasons behind the worldwide popularity and success of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as his Iron Man started it all. Therefore, it was fitting to end the Infinity Saga with his Iron Man only. However, it is still one of the hardest for MCU fans to accept. It was equally hard for RDJ as the Avengers: Endgame directors Anthony Russo and Joe Russo once revealed how the actor was in tears after hearing their pitch. The Russo brothers shared Downey’s reaction to Tony Stark’s sacrifice for others. Scroll below for more.

Robert Downey Jr.’s Emotional Response to Iron Man’s Farewell

Avengers: Endgame was released in 2019 and marked the end of an era. It is the second highest-grossing film of all time, with its $2.79 billion global haul. It featured almost all the MCU superheroes that have appeared in the universe until then. Tony Stark’s death was hard on the fans, but when RDJ uttered his iconic “I Am Iron Man” line, the theatres went crazy with excitement, followed by one of the most tragic scenes.

According to The Indian Express, Avengers: Endgame makers Anthony Russo and Joe Russo, collectively known as the Russo brothers, revealed Robert Downey Jr’s reaction to Iron Man’s death in the book The Story of Marvel Studios: The Making of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, by Tara Bennett and Paul Terry. Joe reportedly said, “When we started winding down the pitch and getting to his death, Robert started crying. And when we were done, he said, ‘That’s f***ing awesome.'”