Robert Downey Jr.’s first iconic character from MCU could be a tribute Tony Stark paid to the soldier who died saving him in Iron Man

Robert Downey Jr. played a major role in building the MCU and making it what it is today. Downey Jr.’s Iron Man was the first character Marvel Studios kicked off within their planned cinematic universe. The character became the leader of the Avengers and also dealt with some personal issues and complexities within him in his solo films.

A soldier insists on taking a photo with Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark. in Iron Man

One of Tony Stark’s signature actions is his frequent use of the peace sign in various films. In the first Iron Man, a soldier protecting him strikes the same pose while trying to take a photo with Stark. However, the soldier died saving him, and there is ongoing debate that Tony regularly performs the now iconic move to honor the fallen soldier.

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