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Robert Downey Sr.

American filmmaker and actor (1936 to 2021)

Robert Downey Sr. was born on June 24, 1936 and died on July 7, 2021, aged 85.

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Born
June 24, 1936, Manhattan
Died
July 7, 2021
Zodiac sign
Cancer
Country
United States
Known as
Film director, Actor

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  • Robert Downey Sr. was born on a Wednesday.
  • Robert Downey Sr. would have turned 90 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: December 24. Birthstone: Pearl, moonstone and alexandrite.
  • Robert Downey Sr. belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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When was Robert Downey Sr. born?

Robert Downey Sr. was born on June 24, 1936 and died on July 7, 2021, aged 85.

What is Robert Downey Sr.’s zodiac sign?

Cancer, born June 24.