Instagram/Robert Downey Jr. Celebrity Robert Downey Jr. questions if influencers are the future of entertainment, contrasting them with traditional artists and the changing landscape of fame. May 9, 2026 AceShowbiz - Robert Downey Jr. recently voiced strong opinions about the rise of social media influencers and their place in the entertainment industry. During an interview on the Conversations for our Daughters podcast, the acclaimed actor expressed skepticism about the idea that influencers represent the "stars of the future." Robert Downey Jr.