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Robert John Downey Sr. ( né Elias Jr.; June 24, 1936 – July 7, 2021) was an American film director, screenwriter and actor. He was known for writing and directing his underground film Putney Swope (1969), a satire on the New York Madison Avenue advertising world.
Robert Downey Sr. (1936-2021) was a pioneer of absurdist and satirical films, such as Putney Swope and Greaser's Palace. He also acted in Boogie Nights, Magnolia and The Family Man, and was the father of Robert Downey Jr.
Robert John Downey Sr. (nama lahir: Robert Elias Sr.; 24 Jun 1936 - 7 Julai 2021) ialah seorang pelakon, pengarah dan penerbit filem Amerika Syarikat. Beliau bapa kepada Robert Downey Jr., seorang pelakon, hasil perkahwinannya dengan Elsie Ann Downey (nama keluarga asal: Ford) dari 1962 sehingga perceraian mereka tahun 1975.
7 Jul 2021 · Robert Downey Sr., a director and actor known for subversive comedies and roles in “To Live and Die in L.A.” and “Boogie Nights,” died Tuesday evening at age 85. His son, “Iron Man” star Robert...
7 Jul 2021 · Robert Downey Sr., who made provocative movies, like “Putney Swope,” that avoided mainstream success but were often critical favorites and were always attention getting, died on Wednesday at his...
Robert Downey Sr. was a director, writer and actor who made absurdist films such as Putney Swope and Greaser's Palace. He was the father of Robert Downey Jr. and died in 2021.
7 Jul 2021 · Robert Downey Sr., known for his satirical film "Putney Swope" and his work on "The Twilight Zone", passed away at 85 after a long Parkinson's battle. His son Robert Downey Jr. paid tribute to him on Instagram as a maverick filmmaker and a loving husband.