Robert Downey Jr.’s fans react to the actor being crowned Godparent for Disney Adventure, the newest and largest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Disney shared the news ahead of the ship’s maiden voyage next month out of its home port in Singapore. Unsurprisingly, fans have reacted positively to the actor’s new Disney Adventure gig on social media.
Fans react to Robert Downey Jr.’s Disney adventure role
Disney recently declared the Avengers: Doomsday star as the Godparent of Disney Adventure, much to his fans’ delight.
In a video shared by Disney Parks on X (formerly Twitter), Robert Downey Jr. stated, “Adventure. Typically defined as an unusual or exciting experience or activity. It’s a cool word. It’s got zing, it’s got good vibes. Which makes it the perfect name for Disney’s newest ship of the sea, which I happen to be taking a personal interest in, but more on that soon.”
Downey Jr. then explained the various features of the new cruise ship as well as the centuries-old tradition of a Godparent, who “christens the ship, vowing to bring it a little luck and a lot of love.”
Continuing further, the Iron Man actor stated, “And since this is now officially the biggest ship in Disney’s fleet, it’s gonna need a massive, gargantuan blessing to match. So when they asked if I would be the Godparent, I said, ‘Of course. It will be an honor, a privilege, a blast, a titillating thrill — an adventure.’”
Meanwhile, fans have reacted positively to the announcement. One commented, “THE PERFECT GODFATHER THAT WE LOVE 3000!!” — a witty reference to both his new role and his iconic dialogue from Avengers: Endgame. A second user wrote, “We love him, and now we’ll love the ship 3000!!”
Additionally, a third fan penned, “This is Absolutely Amazing!!!” Finally, one simply remarked, “Very cool.”
In a separate press statement, the 60-year-old actor said, “It’s impossible to describe the majesty of the Adventure, and to be its godparent is an honor. As the largest ship in the Disney fleet, a gargantuan blessing must be bestowed… I’ll do my darndest” (via Disney Parks Blog).
Interestingly, the Disney Adventure will bring over a century of heartwarming storytelling to life across seven themed attractions. This will also include the Marvel universe, headlined majorly by Robert Downey Jr., best known for playing Iron Man.
