Robert Downey Jr.: The Fall and Rise of the Comeback Kid

The first detailed and authoritative account of the life career stardom and controversy of one of Hollywoods most popular and gifted actors "Ive always felt like an outsider in this industry. Because Im so insane I guess." Robert Downey Jr. Robert Downey Jr.s life isnt a moviebut it could be. This biography is an insightful devastating scathing and ultimately uplifting journey into the realms of Hollywoods darkest excesses and successes. Downey now commands $25 million a movienot bad for someone who 10 years ago was in prison addicted to heroin and cocaine and one bad choice away from death. Sherlock Holmes was one of last years biggest blockbusters with its sequel expected at the end of 2011 while summer 2010 blockbuster Iron Man 2 continued the fun and the high praise for Downey of its predecessor. His is without a doubt Hollywoods greatest ever comeback.