Robert Downey is today one of the most sought-after actors in Hollywood. But there was a time when his cinematic career was in jeopardy. Robert’s friend, Mel Gibson, and his third wife, Susan Levin, turned out to be real saviors, married to whom two beautiful children were born.
Today, Robert lives a happy family life, starred in new projects and is engaged in the upbringing of Exton's son Elias and daughter Aivri Roel. He has one more child - the oldest son Indio - from marriage to model and actress Deborah Falconer. And he already delivered a lot of trouble to his parents.
The early years of Robert Downey
The actor was born in a creative family. His father's name was Robert John Downey. A son named after him was also named Robert John. Ultimately, the boy was named Robert John Downey Jr. Now the actor is known as Robert Downey Jr.
Robert's father was known in the world of cinema as an independent director. He began his creative career at a radio station, and later began to make his own films. Robert's mom is an American actress Elsie Ford. Most movie fans knew her under the pseudonym LC Downey. In her career, there were not many roles, but the audience remembered the actress for the film "Instantly."
Robert has a sister, Allison, she is two years older than her brother. She, like the whole family, chose a creative career, starring in several films. Then she began to write stories and scripts, and became interested in literary activities.
Start a movie career
For the first time on the set as an actor, Robert appeared at the age of five, starring in several films of his father. When Robert was eight years old, his parents sent him to study at the ballet school, and then to the studio Stagedoor Manor.
When the parents separated, Robert stayed with his father. They lived in California. After leaving school, Robert went to New York to continue acting in films.
Soon, Robert became one of the most sought-after young actors who was predicted to have a brilliant career. But that all changed when he became addicted to alcohol, and then potent drugs. Gradually, this led to addiction and serious consequences. The actor constantly interrupted the shooting, the directors refused to work with him, and ultimately he was fired from the studio.
A loud scandal surrounding Downey erupted after drugs were discovered. Photos taken during the arrest and trial were leaked to the press. As a result, Robert was sent to prison for sixteen months and prescribed compulsory treatment.
Saved the further career of Robert, his friend - actor Mel Gibson, having vouched for him in front of the representatives of the film studio. Producer Susan Levin helped completely change the life of Downey. He met her on the set of the film "Gothic" and immediately fell in love. After another rehabilitation course, Downey made a proposal to Susan. She agreed to become his wife.
Wives of Downey Jr
Robert's first wife was the famous actress Sarah Jessica Parker. They met with her at a young age, when the actor was only nineteen years old. The relationship lasted about seven years. For almost all these years, Sarah struggled with Robert's addiction to alcohol and drugs. In the end, they broke up in 1991.
The second wife was actress and model Deborah Falconer. Together they lived for more than eleven years and broke up after Robert was arrested and sent for compulsory treatment. In this union, Robert's first son, Indio, was born.
The third wife was producer Susan Levin. It was she who helped Robert completely get rid of addiction and again start a career in cinema. Levin was the producer of the movie "Sherlock Holmes", where Robert played the main role. This work allowed him to rise again to the pinnacle of fame.
Today, Susan and Robert live a happy family life in their own home. They have two beautiful children growing up: son Exton Elias and daughter Aivri Roel.
Robert's Eldest Son - Indio Falconer Downey
Indio was born in the fall of 1993. From early childhood he was very attached to his father and spent all his free time with him. Robert took the boy to the shooting, from childhood he was accustomed to the acting profession. But an example for Indio was the lifestyle of his father, who at that time was far from ideal.
The scandals surrounding Robert, job loss, addiction, arrest and forced treatment led to the fact that Deborah filed for divorce. Indio was very upset by the gap between his parents and tried to see his father as often as possible.
Unfortunately, the example that was before the eyes of young Indio did not teach him anything good. Already in school years, the boy began to take light drugs, gradually switching to potent ones. He did not notice how addicted to them and began to increase the dosage.
Parents did not see any changes in the behavior of the son, and when they learned about his addiction, it was too late. Robert still blames himself for not being able to protect Indio from drugs. After all, he himself and Downey Sr. experienced this terrible experience.
At the age of twenty-one, Indio was arrested for drug possession and charged. Indio was sent for treatment, where he underwent a long course of getting rid of addiction and rehabilitation.
Leaving the clinic, Indio again appeared in court. He managed to convince the judge that he had completely recovered, after which the charges were dropped from him. The young man was released.
Leaving the clinic, Indio decided to start acting in films and seriously engage in music. He played with his father in the film "Kiss for Departure" in 2005. On this, his acting career was postponed indefinitely. Indio began to play music and guitar enthusiastically. Together with a friend, he assembled his own group and plans to further develop his musical gift.
