Throughout the years, superheroes have risen from delicate pages of comic books and hit the silver screen. One of these heroes is Iron Man, protector of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, also known as Robert Downey Jr.

Downey Jr. is the man behind the mask. He is not just a respected actor in Hollywood but a global phenomenon. His films, in which he has often taken the lead, have collectively grossed over a staggering $14 billion worldwide.

Join us as we unmask the incredible success of Hollywood legend Robert Downey Jr. and his love for premium cigars.

Robert Downey Jr. is a world-famous American actor born in Manhattan, New York City, on April 4, 1965, to parents Robert Downey Sr. and Elise Ann.

Downey Jr. began his career at age five with his debut performance in Pound (1970), a film about 18 dogs waiting to be adopted. Pound was written and directed by his late father. This humble beginning was a small step into the world of acting and the start of a successful career.

In 1982, he dropped out of Santa Monica High School to pursue acting full-time. Throughout the 1980s, he built his film reputation by appearing in Tuff Turf (1985), Weird Science (1985), True Believer (1989), and many more.

Downey received his first British Academy Award (BAFTA) for Best Actor for his performance in Chaplin (1992). He then continued to appear in many more films playing various roles. He eventually won a Golden Globe, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and an Emmy for his performance in the Fox-TV series Ally McBeal (1997).

Between 1996 and 2001, the actor struggled with some personal issues and took a break from work after his role in Wonder Boys (2000). In 2003, he emerged sober and ready to rebuild his career.

Acting isn’t his only talent. In 2004, Downey Jr. released a music album called The Futurist, featuring eight original songs and two numbers showcasing his sultry singing voice and musical talent.

Following the album’s release, he displayed his versatility and talent by appearing in two opposite roles within the same year. The Singing Detective (2003), a musical drama, and Gothika (2003), a horror mystery thriller. Downey later starred in powerful yet humbling roles inspired by some of history’s most precious kept secrets — A Scanner Darkly (2006) andFur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus (2006).

Downey finally hit box office success in 2008 for his starring role of comic book hero Iron Man (2008). Since then, he has continued to portray the character Tony Stark in the Marvel Universe in Iron Man 2 (2010), The Avengers (2012), Iron Man 3 (2013), Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015), Captain American: Civil War (2016), Avengers: Infinity War (2018), and Avengers: Endgame (2019).

Downey Jr. is best known for his portrayal of billionaire Tony Stark (Iron Man), with his performance helping transcend the franchise into the goliath it is today.

In his long career as an actor, Robert has appeared in over 70 motion pictures. Time magazine honored Downey Jr. as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2008 and he has also topped the Forbes list of Hollywood’s highest-paid actors. Between 2014 and 2015, he earned an estimated $80 million. Today, he is a two-time Academy Award nominee and winner of three Golden Globe awards.

Throughout this incredible success, he has also been praised for his ability to successfully navigate personal challenges of sobriety and make a remarkable comeback in the entertainment industry. Following this pivotal moment, he adopted ritual habits of exercise and meditation and even began his new cigar lifestyle. This change allowed him to appreciate the finer things in life.

The Iron Man is a cigar aficionado, and Downey Jr. has been pictured lighting a cigar while dressed head to toe in his Iron Man suit. He isn’t shy about his love for cigars. On set, he carries a cigar caddy containing a selection of prized sticks, often sharing with other cast members.

One of Downey Jr.’s favorite cigars is the Gurkha Grand Reserve — the embodiment of luxury and elegance. This vintage masterpiece carries delightful notes of leather, sweet spice, oak, and nutmeg, followed by a smooth finish to satisfy your palate.

Rob Lowe, a good friend of Roberts and a seasoned smoker, introduced Downey Jr. to Cubans. This ignited his passion for cigars, and the reason he smokes them today. They previously joked it was a thrill of the chase, as he made many attempts to obtain Cubans when they were illegal.

Another cherished choice for Robert is a Montecristo Number 2, which is a classic Cuban that offers exceptional flavors of slow-burning roasted almonds. Each stick strikes the perfect balance of rich taste with a smooth draw — a delightful choice for any connoisseur.

These excellent choices represent Downey Jr.’s deep appreciation for quality and craftsmanship. Experience these heroic flavors and enjoy the same cigars as a Hollywood legend by picking up a box today from JR Cigars.