Veteran Actor Johnny Depp Cheers on Longtime Friend Robert Downey Jr.’s First Oscar Win

Johnny Depp Cheers on Longtime Friend Robert Downey Jr.'s First Oscar Win
Johnny Depp Cheers on Longtime Friend Robert Downey Jr.'s First Oscar Win. Photo by Vince Bucci/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images.

Hollywood Veteran Celebrates: Johnny Depp took to social media to celebrate his friend Robert Downey Jr.’s long-awaited Academy Award win.

First Gold, Then Gold Statue: Sharing a throwback picture from the 2011 Golden Globes, Depp captioned it “Let’s try this again… congrats to my dear friend.” Though they haven’t co-starred, their paths have crossed in the industry.

Third Time’s the Charm: Downey Jr. finally clinched the Best Supporting Actor award for his performance in “Oppenheimer” after two previous nominations.

Robert Downey Jr. wins his first Academy Award for supporting actor in ‘Oppenheimer’

Acceptance Speech Highlights: With characteristic humor, Downey thanked “my terrible childhood and the Academy, in that order.” He also delivered a heartfelt tribute to his wife Susan, calling her his “veterinarian” – a playful reference to his past struggles.

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Gratitude Beyond the Award: Downey acknowledged the crucial role the film “Oppenheimer” played in his life. He expressed his appreciation to director Christopher Nolan, producer Emma Thomas, and the exceptional cast and crew, highlighting their positive impact on him.

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