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Jan 20, 2024 · Well, from on-set conflicts to nasty financial battles, here are the real reasons why Terrence Howard was fired from Iron Man 2.
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Jun 8, 2021 · Terrence Howard explained in 2013 why he didn't return as Rhodey in 'Iron Man 2,' and why War Machine was recast with Don Cheadle in the MCU.
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As is often the case with Hollywood drama, Howard puts the blame squarely on money, although the "whos and whys" of this tend to change. But there are always two sides to a story, and external sources have indicated that the matter wasn’t quite as straightforward as he makes it seem. When it came time to make Iron Man 2, it was Don Cheadle in the W...
Returning to Iron Manwith the knowledge of the cultural behemoth that would follow it makes for a riveting experience. It’s easy to forget how restrained this franchise was before multidimensional villains began cropping up every other week, but the most surprising element is seeing Robert Downey Jr. before he commanded as much wealth as his title ...
Unfortunately for Howard, reprising his role would be easier said than done, with his co-star’s sudden increase in popularity being a major reason for this. Overnight, the renaissance that had begun with Kiss Kiss Bang Bang and Zodiac was complete, setting the stage for Downey to become one of the 21st century’s most powerful actors. Marvel was kee...
In the time since it was announced that Terrence Howard would be replaced by his Crash co-star Don Cheadle, more information has become known about why it happened. More specifically, information that casts doubt on Howard’s clearcut explanation. It’s no secret that Howard isn’t the easiest actor to work with, sometimes resulting in fractious sets ...
The day after Terrence Howard was dismissed from the role, Marvel was in talks with Don Cheadle to replace him, with confirmation of his hiring following close behind. The reason for this frantic turnaround comes from Cheadle having already met Favreau to discuss playing Rhodey the first time around, putting him in the prime position to don the War...
Terrence Howard was the original James Rhodes in Iron Man, but he was replaced by Don Cheadle in Iron Man 2 due to salary and behavior issues. Learn how Robert Downey Jr.'s rising popularity, Jon Favreau's vision, and Marvel's negotiation affected Howard's departure from the MCU.
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Apr 3, 2024 · Terrence Howard reportedly left War Machine due to a salary dispute, not returning despite initial intentions for a sequel appearance. Don Cheadle took over the role in Iron Man 2 and has since established himself as the definitive War Machine actor in the MCU.
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Mar 22, 2024 · A contract dispute over his "Iron Man 2" salary led to Terrence Howard being replaced in the MCU and friction between him and his friend Robert Downey Jr.
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Apr 9, 2024 · Terrence Howard was the original James Rhodes/War Machine in Iron Man, but he was replaced by Don Cheadle in the sequel due to a pay dispute with Robert Downey Jr. Learn how the recast changed the character's trajectory in the MCU and what Howard thinks of it.
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Jan 6, 2023 · Cheadle says he was contacted by Marvel Studios to take over the role of War Machine after Howard was not renewed for the sequel. He recalls the quick decision and the six-movie deal he signed for the MCU.
