The MCU threw a curveball bigger than Thanos when Robert Downey Jr. announced his return to the franchise, not as the beloved Tony Stark, but as the iconic Marvel villain, Doctor Doom. The internet collectively dropped its jaw.
However, no reaction was as apt as that of Gwyneth Paltrow. The actress played Tony Stark’s love interest and eventual wife, Pepper Potts in the films. Here’s how she has reacted to the mind-blowing news.
Gwyneth Paltrow Is As Surprised As Everyone Else With The News
Robert Downey Jr. broke the internet after he came out one of the most awaited villains of Marvel during the San Diego Comic-Con. The star also posted a picture of himself looking at Doctor Doom’s mask, as well as the public’s reaction to the announcement. Unsurprisingly, the post accumulated millions of likes.
Even the directors of the upcoming films, the Russo Brothers, left a snarky remark under his post, stating “We’ve always said green is your color”. However, one comment that stood out was from his co-star Gwyneth Paltrow, which was simple, yet spoke volumes.
“I don’t get it, are you a baddie now?” she wrote in the comments section of the post. Moreover, it was a question echoing the thoughts of millions of fans who had grown accustomed to seeing Downey Jr. as the charismatic and brilliant Iron Man.
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What Does Tony Stark’s Villainous Twist Mean For Pepper Potts’ Fate?
The pairing of Tony Stark and Pepper Potts was a cornerstone of the early MCU. Their relationship evolved from a professional partnership to a loving marriage. Pepper even becomes the female Iron Man after donning the Rescue suit to fight alongside her husband in the climactic battle against Thanos.
Moreover, seeing Downey Jr. transition to the dark side as Doctor Doom inevitably raises questions about the future of their characters and their dynamic. While fans are eager to see how Downey Jr. will embody the complex and menacing Doctor Doom, there’s also a sense of nostalgia for the Iron Man era. Paltrow’s reaction taps into this sentiment.
Meanwhile, a lot of fans are hoping Doctor Doom to be a variant of Tony Stark. As the MCU continues to expand, the future of Pepper Potts remains uncertain. Will she remain a supporting character, perhaps even mentoring a new generation of heroes? Or could she be forced to confront her former love as a foe? Only time will tell.
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