Robert Downey Jr - Martin Howden

Robert Downey Jr. has become one of Hollywood's most shining, distinctive stars thanks to scene-stealing roles in films likeIron Man,Zodiac, andSherlock Holmes. This book takes an in-depth, insightfullook at his work in front of the camera as well as his life behind the spotlight.It reveals details of his film debut at age fiveplaying a puppy in his father's underground cult film, his attemptatbecominga comedian during an ill-fated stint asaSaturdayNight Livecast member, how he burst onto the scene with his moving performance inLess than Zero, and how he charmed Hollywood with his Oscar-nominated turn as troubled funny man Charlie Chaplin. With a life that has had more twist and turns than the plots of some of his acclaimed movies, Robert Downey Jr.'s journey from hellraiser to Hollywood royalty is shocking, moving, funny, and inspirational.