Robert Downey Jr. Shattered by Harsh Broadway Reviews

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 30: (L-R) Susan Downey and Robert Downey Jr. attend “McNeal” opening night at Lincoln Center Theater starring Robert Downey Jr. on September 30, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images for Lincoln Center Theater)

Robert Downey Jr. has reportedly been left devastated by the harsh reviews following his Broadway debut in the play “McNeal.” Sources close to the 59-year-old superstar indicate that the negative feedback has hit him hard, casting a pall over an otherwise stellar career. According to insiders, Downey took a significant risk by transitioning from film to stage, but the overwhelming criticism has taken a toll. One insider shared that he invested a great deal of passion into this project, only to see it falter, resulting in a significant blow to his self-esteem. Another source claimed that once this production concludes, Downey is unlikely to return to the theater anytime soon. This shift from silver screen icon to Broadway performer has proven to be a tough road for him, as he grapples with the fallout from what many are calling a major disappointment.

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