Robert Downey Jr. reveals what his SNL stint taught him

Hollywood star Robert Downey Jr. is well aware of his limits and how far he can stretch himself as an actor. He also expressed his gratitude to the commedy sketch series saying how it added to his repertoire as a performer, reports People magazine. The Iron Man star, 59, is featured in the new four-part docuseries SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night, which delves into the history and legacy of the iconic late-night sketch show Saturday Night Live. As per People, he was a cast member on season 11 of the show, which ran from 1985 to 1986. The actor, who was just 20 years old at the time, said he was appreciative of his brief stint on SNL because it helped him better understand his lane as a performer. “I learned so much in that year about what I wasn’t. ”, he said. (IANS)