Robert Downey Jr. Urges Elon Musk to Adjust Behavior

In a recent podcast with Kara Swisher, Robert Downey Jr. expressed his thoughts on Elon Musk's tendency to emulate his Iron Man character, suggesting that Musk should 'control his behavior a little more.' Downey acknowledged only having met Musk a few times but noted the troubling implications of Musk's behavior, especially in the context of his political involvement and social media presence. He remarked, 'This idea of 'It's all okay because we've gotta get to Mars' doesn't really hold water with me,' despite recognizing Musk's significant contributions to technology. Downey Jr. also highlighted the complexities of separating an individual's accomplishments from their behavior in today's polarized environment. Comparisons between Musk and Tony Stark have historical roots, as director Jon Favreau previously acknowledged Musk's influence on the character. However, the actor's recent comments reflect a more cautious stance on the association as Musk's public persona evolves.