Vanessa Kirby Praises Robert Downey Jr. Leadership Avengers: Doomsday

Vanessa Kirby, star of Fantastic Four: First Steps and the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, has praised Robert Downey Jr. for his leadership and kindness on set, calling him an "incredible human being" who has been supportive to newcomers like herself. Kirby highlighted Downey Jr.'s soulful and deep nature, commending his phenomenal work as he transitions from his iconic role as Iron Man to the villainous Doctor Doom in the Avengers franchise. Fellow castmate Joseph Quinn also lauded Downey Jr. for his generosity and remarkable acting, emphasizing the positive influence Downey Jr. has on the new generation of Marvel talent. Kirby shared that Marvel Studios and directors Joe and Anthony Russo have been exceptionally supportive during her pregnancy while filming Avengers: Doomsday. The film, expected to be one of the darkest in the series, will feature significant roles for the Fantastic Four characters and is set to release on December 18, 2026, followed by Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027. Both Kirby and Quinn expressed excitement about the collaborative environment and mentorship within the Marvel Cinematic Universe as they prepare for these major crossover events.