Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans had the most hilarious encounter at last night’s Oscars. The former “Avengers” stars joined forces on stage as presenters. Evans reminded Downey Jr. of the 14th anniversary of their first “Avengers” collaboration on stage. Notably, the duo will be starring together again in Marvel’s highly anticipated film, “Avengers: Doomsday”, which is set to release on December 18 this year.
Robert Downey Jr and Chris Evans unite at Oscars 2026
Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans celebrated their 14th anniversary as “Avengers” co-stars at the Oscars 2026. The pair took to the stage to present the Best Adapted and Original Screenplay categories. The “Iron Man” star began, “The script. It’s the driving force of any film, and it’s truly been a banner year for screenwriters.” However, the “Captain America” star had other pressing concerns to address. Evans interrupted Downey Jr. to ask what he got him for the 14th anniversary of “The Avengers”.
As Downey Jr. scrambled for an explanation, Evans remarked, “It is the 14th anniversary of our first Avengers movie. I got you a signed copy of the original script signed by the whole cast. It is backstage. I really thought this through.” The 60-year-old actor stuttered, unable to come up with a solid answer. Downey Jr. fished out his valet receipt to gift Evans, but decided against it and put it back in his pocket.
The duo then went on to present the Adapted Screenplay Oscar to Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another”. As they announced the Original Screenplay nominees, Downey Jr. surprised Evans with a shimmering pair of underwear donned by Channing Tatum in “Magic Mike”. The “Iron Man” star joked, “I got you the official Tanning Chatum thong from Magic Mike. Sequined, it’s got like a mirrorball effect. Light usage.”
Tatum shouted from the audience that he would need the underwear “for work later” (via Variety). Notably, Tatum is co-starring alongside the “Iron Man” star and “Captain America” alum in the upcoming Avengers installment.
Unsurprisingly, fans are loving the interaction between the duo. One fan commented, “These two literally cannot escape each other and I’m not even mad about it.” A second one wrote, “Epic reunion alert! Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. back together on the Oscars red carpet—fans are losing it seeing these two legends side by side.”
Originally reported by Anwaya Mane on Mandatory.
