In the Marvel film franchise, based on the Marvel Comics, Downey Jr portrays billionaire businessman Stark, as well as his alter-ego Iron Man. In fact, this is not the first time the comparison has been made between Downey Jr’s fictional character and the real-life SpaceX founder.

"Iron Man" star Robert Downey Jr. also criticized Elon Musk for using SpaceX to attempt to colonize Mars.

Robert Downey Jr. has urged Elon Musk to 'control his behavior' despite admitting he's only met him 'a few times'. With his love for tech, Downey Jr.'s Iron Man character Tony Stark might have a lot in common with Musk - but the actor and the tech mogul don't typically run in the same circles in real life.

Robert Downey Jr. has some thoughts about the real-life tech tycoon his Marvel character Iron Man is most often compared to. And he’s not particularly gung-ho about Elon Musk “cosplaying” as the character.

Robert Downey Jr. has shared his thoughts on the constant comparison between the business tycoon, Elon Musk, and his iconic Marvel character, Iron Man.He recently appeared on the podcast On

Robert Downey Jr isn't mincing his words when it comes to how he feels about Elon Musk, who has been compared to his Iron Man character Tony Stark. The actor, who is set to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in a new role following the on-screen death of his beloved superhero character,