Robert Downey Jr. is celebrating his 60th birthday on April 4, 2025, and in honor of the milestone, we’re taking a look at some rare, heartwarming moments of him as a dad with his three kids: Indio, Exton, and Avri.
Downey shares son Exton, born in 2012, and daughter Avri, born in 2014, with his wife, Susan. He also has a son, Indio, born in 1993, from his previous marriage to Deborah Falconer. Despite being a private person, Downey has occasionally shared glimpses of his fatherly side, especially when attending premieres with Indio.
The actor has made it clear how much he adores his children, even dedicating his Oscar for Best Supporting Actor to them with the heartfelt words: “Avri, Exton, Indio, this one’s for you.”
Here are some of the most touching moments with his kids:
- A Father’s Embrace: Downey carried his son Indio, then 8 years old, at a 2001 charity event for the Hollywood Sunset Free Clinic.
- Matching Moments: Father and son attended the Austin Powers in Goldmember premiere in 2002, both sporting dark blue outfits.
- Kiss Kiss Bang Bang: In 2005, Indio met his father’s co-star Val Kilmer at an afterparty for the Kiss Kiss Bang Bang premiere.
- A Trip Down Memory Lane: Downey and Indio continued to attend premieres together, like the 2006 Shaggy Dog and 2007 Zodiac movie premieres.
- A Day of Fun: In 2007, father and son enjoyed the Kidstock Music and Art Festival, matching in casual graphic tees.
- Sports Fans: Downey and Indio enjoyed a Lakers playoff game in 2008, proving they shared a love for basketball.
- A Grown-Up Moment: Indio made his red carpet return with Downey in 2022 at the premiere of Sr., a documentary about Downey’s late father, Robert Downey Sr.
- Family Tribute: Downey’s son Exton appeared in Sr., which honored his grandfather’s legacy.
- Dad’s New Look: Downey’s two youngest, Exton and Avri, helped him shave his head for his role in The Sympathizer, an experience he shared on Instagram with his followers.
Downey’s deep connection with his children and his role as a father remains a central part of his life, with these rare moments showing a softer, family-focused side of the Hollywood icon.