Robert Downey Jr. has distinguished himself as Iron Man, becoming a key milestone in the superhero film landscape. The MCU underwent a notable transformation when he left his role in the 2019 release of Avengers: Endgame. This departure, as confirmed by Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige, is final – a rare instance of permanence in a genre known for its fluidity and surprise comebacks. Feige’s commitment to preserving the integrity of Stark’s farewell reflects a respect for the narrative arc they’ve meticulously crafted over a decade.