Robert Downey Jr. is devastated.

His personal assistant died in a car accident.

He had worked with him for almost 20 years and his good humor had won over all who crossed him, starting with the Avengers team, as Deadline notes.

But for the interpreter of Tony Stark, Jimmy Rich was more than his right arm, it was also his friend: "a brother", as he wrote on Instagram.

“This is not news.

It is a terrible and shocking tragedy.

Jimmy Rich was in a fatal car accident at around 8 p.m. yesterday.

He was a brother, my right hand, an uncle for our children, and loved by all who knew his singular character and his spirit.

Our hearts go out to his parents, friends, colleagues and all the fans who knew him as the man who supported every step of my recovery, my life and my career… ”posted Robert Downey Jr., obviously moved.

It must be said that Jimmy Rich had accompanied him since his last detoxification (the actor has remained sober since) and was involved in all stages of his life.

A good man

Commenting on the painful announcement, Robert Downey Jr.'s famous friends have expressed their sadness, such as Mark Ruffalo, who plays Bruce Banner / Hulk in the MCU alongside the actor.

“It's such a tragedy.

Such a good man.

I've known him almost as long as I've known you, Robert.

It breaks my heart to see Jimmy move into the next world.

We will miss you Jimmy.

Thank you for always being true, always being there to lend a helping hand, and for showing the way of light to so many people.

Another sad day, ”the actor posted.

Josh Brolin, who plays the role of Thanos, contented himself with a simple message: “I have no words.

Just tears and gratitude for the gift of life that he was ”.

Further proof that Jimmy Rich was much more than a star's assistant: Marvel Studios' Twitter account also made him a touching man. “Rest in peace, Jimmy. You have been such a great friend to all of us at Marvel Studios for so many years. Your love and light was an inspiration to everyone who knew you. We will miss you ”, we can read in the caption of two photos where he appears alongside Robert Downey Jr.

Even Chris Evans, the interpreter of Captain America, cracked a message on Instagram.

“I don't have the words.

Jimmy Rich was different from everyone.

He left an indelible impression on everyone he met.

Even more on my brother @ robertdowneyjr.

They were inseparable.

I send all my love to Jimmy's friends and family.

Remember to give your loved ones a hug and take the time today to show Downey how many people love and are there for him during this incredibly dark time.

"

Jimmy Rich was 52 years old.

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