Armie Hammer on Robert Downey Jr.: “That Guy Will Find You and He Will Help You”

July 19, 2024 – Hammer talked about his recovery and the Hollywood support that he’s received along the way. He also cleared up some rumors that have been circulating since a Vanity Fair exposé reported that Downey was a key figure in his recovery. For nearly two decades, he been quietly reaching his hand back and helping other stars on their sobriety journeys, an act of service that is a tenet of 12-step programs.

Asked whether Downey picked up the tab for his residential treatment stay, Hammer refuted the claims. “No, he did not. He did not pay for me to go to rehab.” In an attempt to be discreet and protect those who have guided him in private, Hammer proceeded with caution in answering Morgan’s questions about that support. He confirmed Downey was there for him, saying that when “anyone in Hollywood who suffers from any sort of addiction issues — whether it be alcohol or process addiction or drugs — decides to get sober, that guy will find you, and he will help you. It’s amazing.”

Hammer then confirmed the best advice he received from the Iron Man star: “Sit down, shut up, everything is going to be OK.”