After months of online debate and arguments, Robert Downey Jr.’s talents were recognized when he finally won his first Oscar at the 96th Academy Awards. However, he has sparked a debate online, where fans believe that his ignorance towards Ke Huy Quan was utterly disrespectful as he chose to collect the prestigious award and ignore him, while he shook hands with everyone else present on the stage.
The fans have been criticizing the actions of the Oppenheimer actor, as they felt it was utterly disrespectful of him to ignore the winner. However, it looks like Ke Huy Quan has silenced all the criticism following RDJ as he shared a selfie with all the former winners of the same category, which has calmed down the internet.
Robert Downey Jr.’s Epic Moment Turns into a Controversial Moment
The 96th Academy Awards finally led to Robert Downey Jr.’s epic comeback, as he finally won the Oscars for Best Supporting Actor. However, before he was presented with the award, the former winners of the prestigious title made an appearance on the stage. Ke Huy Quan, the winner of the same title in the 95th Academy Award called out RDJ as the winner.
But soon controversy followed the historic moment as Downey Jr. collected the award and allegedly chose to ignore and refused to acknowledge his presence on stage.
A clip was shared by a viewer (@fazpo) on X, where they stated how “utterly disrespectful” it was of him to ignore the actor who presented the award to him.
robert downey jr. could’ve took one second or even acknowledge ke huy quan while on stage, who presenting an award to him personally… this shjt was so disrespectful idc pic.twitter.com/OQqyYVTRIT
— fazpo🦭 (@fazpo) March 11, 2024
RDJ’s epic moment was met with immense criticism, while some fans came forward to protect him, stating how he was in the moment and it was quite natural.
Come on, I don't think it's intentional. Winning must be pretty overwhelming and it's easy to black out and forget people, the aftershow pics show them shaking hands and hugging
— yoonies (@thekittenmeoww) March 11, 2024
Cry harder, dumbass.
— Christine (@guelphgirlchris) March 11, 2024
This is embarrassing. When u tweet stuff like this, you lose credibility. It’s like the boy who cries wolf. So the next time someone does something that actually IS disrespectful towards asians, nobody will believe you. Embarrassing
— Joe (@Joe35878785) March 11, 2024
Notice the difference between @RobertDowneyJr not thanking anyone and Cillian Murphy, taking the time to thank each and every one of the presenters. Portrait of the self-centered Hollywood brat & the gentleman.https://t.co/xSwBRPnADe https://t.co/1ZBOhGemMI
— Linda Roach (@Hoyden2727) March 12, 2024
You guys are ridiculous. pic.twitter.com/FGtP0dQ461
— SocratesSnow ❄️🐺 (@SocratesSnow) March 11, 2024
For years, fans have been rooting for the actor, from his Marvel days to now. It has been a whole journey that the Dolittle actor has taken his fans along for the ride. However, he tarnished the moment with his actions until Ke Huy Quan shared a selfie with Downey Jr. and the former winners of the award that silenced the angry mob.
Ke Huy Quan’s Selfie With RDJ Silences Fans’ “Ignorance” Allegations
It is true indeed that people witnessed the actor making the comeback of a lifetime for portraying the role of Lewis Strauss in Christopher Nolan’s magnum opus Oppenheimer. However, some people found a reason to be mad at the actor for being too much in the moment and allegedly ignoring or refusing his contributions to the film industry.
The Everything Everywhere All At Once actor silenced the angry mob, as he shared a selfie with the former winners and the man of the moment, Robert Downey Jr.
The selfie was loved by the fans and their fury vanished into thin air, as they commented on the post shared by Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) on X.
Seeing Ke Huy Quan among those legends really highlights the incredible journey he's had. It's like stepping into a cinematic hall of fame, but with the warm vibes of a family reunion photo.
— A n k i s h (@franklyankish) March 12, 2024
wait why did RDJ take a pic with ke huy quan i was told all day that he’s racist and hates him
— scotty (@sniederhouse) March 12, 2024
all of them legends
— 👑 SonesLoveSoshi 💗 (@soneslovesoshi) March 12, 2024
Legends in one Frame
Great👍👍👍👍— Nauman (@NaumanMazhar86) March 12, 2024
I wonder if he has his own folder at his phone titled "Selfie with famous people" 😂
— Mr. Johnston (@LegolasReal12) March 12, 2024
Safe to say, the selfie saved the day and RDJ could return to enjoy the most glorious moment of his career, which will not be plagued by any more speculations from the fans. Oppenheimer ruled the 96th Academy Awards that include: Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Director, Best Original Score, Best Cinematography, and Best Film Editing. Moreover, the film created a new record as the Oscars received a record-breaking viewership.
Oppenheimer can be streamed on Peacock.
