That would be Robert Downey Jr., the former Tony Stark, current Victor Von Doom and basically the Godfather of the MCU.

Howard Didn't Return in Iron Man 2 Robert Downey Jr.'s salary was increased dramatically for Iron Man 2, growing to a rumored $10 million, plus a cut of back-end profits.

Terrence Howard spoke about Robert Downey Jr.’s role the Iron Man drama (Photo Credit – Instagram) According to Howard, the Marvel Studios cash cow didn’t come cheap for everyone involved.

The movie featured Terrence Howard as James Rhodes, a role that would eventually go to Don Cheadle. Howard recently said he helped Robert Downey Jr. land his Tony Stark role, and finally spoke out ...

Terrence Howard said, “When this other thing happened, I’m calling Robert, and he’s doing Sherlock Holmes,” Howard continued. “I called him 27 times, and I left a message.

Terrence Howard has spoken out about his and Robert Downey Jr.'s relationship after he wasn't recast in Iron Man 2. The 55-year-old starred as James Rhodes alongside Robert Downey Jr's Tony Stark in ...

Terrence Howard revealed in an interview that he is probably more upset about Robert Downey Jr. not supporting him in a time of need. When his role was recast and the studio backed out of their ...

Terrence Howard revealed that he felt betrayed by Robert Downey Jr. when his role as James "Rhodey" Rhodes was recast and given to Don Cheadle following the release of the first Iron Man film.