Gwyneth Paltrow and Robert Downey Jr. Enjoyed a special reunion during the actor's Broadway debut in NYC – five years after the pair last starred together in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The Shakespearean romance actress, 52 – who was recently spotted on the set of Yar Marty Supreme – took to her Instagram Stories as she posed with Downey Jr., 59, backstage at Lincoln Center's Vivian Beaumont Theater on Saturday.
Both stars were known for portraying characters in the Iron Man and Avengers franchises, before his character's demise in Avengers: Endgame (2019).
Paltrow flashed a small smile as she stood next to Robert on a sidewalk wearing a black skirt and black jacket.
She additionally slipped on a pair of sleek, black shoes and let her blonde locks flow down past her shoulders in natural waves.
Gwyneth Paltrow, 52, and Robert Downey Jr., 59, enjoyed a special reunion during the actor's Broadway debut in NYC — five years after the pair last starred together in the MCU universe.
The Oppenheimer star kept it casual in black, silk pajamas and a vibrant, orange shirt.
In the caption added to the image, Gwyneth wrote to her followers, 'Just saw this genius @robertdowneyjr on stage.'
Downey Jr., Ayad Akhtar's new drama McNeil — also stars Melora Hardin, Andrea Martin, Ruthie Ann Miles and Rafi Gavron.
A play debuted earlier this month and will run through November 24.
The premise reads: 'Good writers borrow, great writers steal. Jacob McNeill (Downey Jr.) is a great writer, one of our greatest, a perennial candidate for the Nobel Prize in Literature.'
“But McNeill has an estranged son, a new novel, old axes and an unhealthy obsession with artificial intelligence. Playbill.
Robert recently opened up about stepping onto Broadway and revealed how he's focused, according to ABC News.
'More than anything, it's what I tend to do anyway – when I'm really into something – do you want to live a hermit life?'
Both stars were known for portraying characters in the Iron Man and Avengers franchises before his character's death in Avengers: Endgame (2019); Seen above in Iron Man (2008).
A play debuted earlier this month – scheduled to run through next month, with the last show on November 24
He added, 'You should put all your energy into your work and not have too many distractions. New York City is really distracting.'
The drama also uses technical effects during the show – which is nothing new for the actor who has worked on various films in the MCU universe.
'It's a safety blanket to know it's a tech-friendly show,' explained the star.
'I'm strangely connected to storytelling about technology, the risks and options for technology. So it feels like a deeper exploration of the same thing.'
Paltrow and Downey Jr. have maintained a close friendship over the years and have appeared on each other's social media pages on numerous occasions.
While filming Avengers: Endgame, Gwyneth – who portrays Pepper Potts – took a quick selfie with Robert as they enjoyed 'lunch time' together.
And in 2021, the actress also opened up about their friendship to PEOPLE, adding, 'My relationship with Robert Downey Jr. was obviously created through the Iron Man and Avengers movies.'
'I feel like I've found an incredible, lifelong, inspiring partner and friend,' the beauty said.
In 2016, Robert also called Paltrow his 'free pass' during an appearance. The Howard Stern Show.
'I'm very happily married… but I think I can dream a bit. My free pass – because she and Susan [his wife] Such good friends – Paltrow.'
Paltrow and Downey Jr. have maintained a close friendship over the years and have appeared on each other's social media pages on numerous occasions.
“I have to get her back in these films so I can act with her again,” he joked.
Paltrow has been busy while in New York City, and earlier this week on Thursday, she embraced vintage style while filming the upcoming sports drama Marty Supreme.
Her co-star Timothée Chalamet is also busy shooting scenes for the film directed by Josh Softey. Inspired by ping-pong player Marty Reisman.
The A24 film directed by Josh Softy – known for other projects like Uncut Gems (2019) and Good Time (2017) – is currently in its production stages.
In addition to Paltrow and Chalamet, other stars in the film include Fran Tresher, Odessa Accion, Ben Gillette, Kevin O'Leary, Abel Ferrara and, in his film debut, Tyler, the Creator.
Most of the plot details have been kept under wraps, but it is a work of fiction set in the world of 1950s ping pong culture. Variety.
Paltrow last appeared on the big screen in 2019 when she portrayed Pepper Potts in the Marvel film Avengers: Endgame.
Since then, he has only landed roles in a few TV shows like Politician and American Horror Story.
During her time on hiatus from acting, the award-winning star is focusing on her company Coop.
However, she was determined to step back in front of the camera for Marty Supreme with her own daughter Apple Martin.
Gwyneth shares Apple, 20, and Moses, 18, with ex-husband and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin.
In late November last year, Paltrow discussed her acting hiatus and revealed the A-list celebrity could convince her to return to the big screen when she spoke. Entertainment tonight.
In 2016, he also called Robert Paltrow his 'free pass' during an appearance on The Howard Stern Show; I saw it in London in 2008
“I feel like I've found an incredible, lifelong, inspirational partner and friend,” said Robert.
Paltrow has been keeping busy while in NYC, and earlier this week on Thursday, she was spotted embracing vintage style while filming the upcoming sports drama Marty Supreme; I saw him in Paris in September
'Well, because of my job, it would be very difficult for me to do any acting at the moment,' she says, referring to her co-op.
'But I think Robert Downey Jr will always have me back. I kind of know,' she explained.
'It took a lot of hard work and persistence,' he said of Coop's success.
'But you know, I do it with a lot of love, so I'm happy to see what we've been able to create year after year. It's thrilling.'
