Robert Downey, Jr. Doesn't Want to Be a 'Superhero' Dad

April 17, 2012 Magazine Covers

Robert Downey, Jr. is playing a superhero in his upcoming film, "The Avengers," but he told Esquire that he has an even more daunting role at home: new dad.

Robert Downey, Jr. Doesn't Want to Be a 'Superhero' Dad

The 47-year-old told the magazine he doesn't want his son, Exton, who turned 2 months on April 7, to see his dad as a superhero, but as "a very real human being."

"Extra" host Jerry Penacoli caught up with "The Avengers" stars Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man) and Mark Ruffalo (the Hulk) about their upcoming June 4th debut.

Find out who they think would win in a battle between the two superheroes.

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