How old was Robert Downey Jr. in Playing It Forward: John Legend?

It's common to wonder how old a celebrity was when they starred in a particular film. That detail can add a new layer of appreciation to their performance. Let’s take a closer look at that intriguing number.

At the time Playing It Forward: John Legend was made, Robert Downey Jr. was:

47 years old

Based on our estimate, that was the actual age of the celebrity at the time.

The age was estimated using the initial day of the year Playing It Forward: John Legend came out:

January 1, 2013

And the birth date of Robert Downey Jr.:

April 04, 1965

Since movies are typically released within a year of filming, Robert Downey Jr. could have been a year younger or older than the displayed age during certain scenes.