Robert Downey Jr. Praises Son Indio After Cocaine Possession Conviction Is Dismissed

Robert Downey Jr. took to Facebook on Friday to praise his 22-year-old son Indio, whose felony cocaine possession charge was dismissed this week after he completed a 20-month rehab program.


"Congrats are in order for my firstborn, and I'm proud to oblige," the Captain America: Civil War star said of his son with first wife Deborah Falconer. "Having braved the crucible of addiction (and pleased the court), his ongoing commitment to recovery continues to inspire and amaze."

Congrats are in order for my firstborn, and I’m proud to oblige— Having braved the crucible of addiction (and pleased...
Posted by Robert Downey Jr on Friday, March 11, 2016


Indio appeared in a Los Angeles courthouse on Tuesday and addressed Judge Lauren Weis Birnstein about his rehab experience.

"Your honor, I would like to say I am truly grateful for the experience I have had over the past 20 months in recovery," he said. "I've gained so much. I'm so blessed to have my life back. I hope to be an inspiration to others in the future."