Robert Downey Jr's Emotional Post After Death Of Father. It's OK To Cry

"You are a saint, and our thoughts and prayers are with you," wrote r Robert Downey Jr

Marvel star Robert Downey Jr, who lost his dad Robert Downey Sr on Wednesday, shared an emotional eulogy on his Instagram profile. Robert Downey Sr, a filmmaker, died at the age of 85. He had been suffering from Parkinson''s disease for about five years. Posting a throwback of his dad, Robert Downey Jr wrote: "RIP Bob D Sr. 1936-2021... Last night, dad passed peacefully in his sleep after years of enduring the ravages of Parkinson's... He was a true maverick filmmaker, and remained remarkably optimistic throughout." He added, "According to my stepmoms calculations, they were happily married for just over 2000 years. Rosemary Rogers-Downey, you are a saint, and our thoughts and prayers are with you." Jeremy Jenner, Vin Diesel and other stars paid condolences. Read Robert Downey Jr's post here: