'MCU is nothing without Tony Stark': Robert Downey Jr fans thrilled as he'll 'happily' return as Iron Man

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The legacy of Tony Stark, the iconic Iron Man of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), remains inseparable from the charisma of Robert Downey Jr.

Since he famously stated "I'm Iron Man" in 2008, Downey Jr has been synonymous with the armored Avenger, leaving his mark in cinematic history.

While 'Avengers: Endgame' marked a farewell to his character, fans have eagerly hoped for his return. Now, in a revelation that has set the internet abuzz, Downey Jr has expressed his openness to a Marvel comeback in a recent magazine interview.

Robert Downey Jr expresses openness to making a return to Marvel Cinematic Universe

In his interview with Esquire, when asked about a potential return to the franchise, Downey Jr responded positively, stating, "Happily." He emphasized the role's integral nature to his identity, remarking, "It's too integral a part of my DNA. That role chose me."

The actor's trust in Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, who is responsible for bringing Marvel comic books to the big screen, remains unwavering. "And look, I always say, 'Never, ever bet against Kevin Feige.' It is a losing bet. He's the house. He will always win."

It was Feige, along with director Jon Favreau, who took a chance on Downey Jr in 2008, casting him as Iron Man despite his career being in decline. This gamble paid off spectacularly, emerging as one of the most successful decisions regarding casting in cinematic history and kickstarting the MCU.

After portraying the iconic Iron Man character for more than ten years, Downey Jr showcased his versatility by winning an Oscar for his role as Lewis Strauss in the Cillian Murphy-led film 'Oppenheimer.'

Downey Jr delivered an outstanding performance as Strauss, a businessman turned government official entangled in conflict with physicist J Robert Oppenheimer. His next project, Apple TV's 'The Sympathizer,' will feature him in various roles alongside an ensemble cast.

Internet erupts with excitement in wake of Robert Downey Jr's willingness to return to MCU

The revelation of Downey Jr's willingness to return to the MCU has ignited a firestorm of excitement across the internet. One enthusiastic X user exclaimed, "I think I speak for all of us when I say that he's totally back." Another user expressed their confidence, stating, "It’s only a matter of time at this point…."

A third user chimed in, writing, "WE ARE SO BACK." Reflecting on the significance of Tony Stark in the MCU, another fan remarked, "MCU is nothing without Tony Stark." A fifth user predicted, "We’re definitely getting him back as a different variant during Secret Wars."

Another user expressed confidence in Downey Jr's statement, asserting, "If he said it then it’s prob already a done deal!" A seventh user declared, "Downey will 10000% be back in Secret Wars. Count it." Lastly, a user remarked, "They def gonna find a way to bring back iron man now."

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