Robert Downey Jr. and longtime Marvel co star Paul Bettany turned heads at Lincoln Center Theater’s annual Spring Gala on May 18, when the two reunited with a kiss on the red carpet.
The affectionate moment briefly halted arrivals at Alice Tully Hall as cameras flashed, sparking a wave of fan reactions online.
“They’ve been through it all since 2008!” one fan wrote, while another joked, “Get a room guys.”
The gala honoured Downey Jr., fresh off his Academy Award win, alongside Emmy-winning producer Susan Downey.
Bettany, Daniel Radcliffe, Tessa Thompson, Mark Strong were among other guests.
The evening featured a concert staging of Man of La Mancha directed by Bartlett Sher, with guests including Daniel Radcliffe, Tessa Thompson and Mark Strong.
Downey Jr. cut a polished figure in a charcoal suit with oxblood platform shoes and red tinted sunglasses, joined by his wife Susan for their first public appearance together in weeks.
Bettany opted for understated chic in a muted olive blazer and tailored beige trousers.
Downey Jr. and Bettany on screen partnership spans more than a decade in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the kiss reflects the enduring bond between the two actors.
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