The Origin of “I Love You 3000”
ORIGIN OF “I LOVE YOU 3000” – Photo Credit: Marvel Studios
When Tony Stark uttered the words “I love you 3000” at the end of Avengers: Endgame, it broke the hearts of millions. The words exchanged between Stark and his daughter gained fame, and have many wondering how they came to be. As it turns out, the line almost wasn’t in the movie.
“I love you 3000” is one of the most remembered lines from Avengers: Endgame. The line has been the source of memes, songs, and Disney’s cosplay event: “We Love You 3000 Tour.” Morgan Stark, played by actress Lexi Rabe, is the young daughter of Tony Stark and speaks this line for the first time in the movie.
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The Marvel Cinematic Universe welcomed Downey when he debuted as Tony Stark/Iron Man in 2008. He has appeared as Tony Stark in 10 MCU films. He will also appear in Black Widow, the release of which has been postponed due to Coronavirus concerns.
Origin of “I Love You 3000”
An article by Justin Wong of CBR.com explains the adorable origin of “I love you 3000.” The phrase was originally supposed to be “I love you tons.” However, Robert Downey Jr. requested that the line be changed to something more personal. “I love you 3000” is something that his own children say to him.
Downey has three children, ranging in age from 5 to 26 years old. He credits his family as one of the reasons he has overcome drug addiction.
SPOILER ALERT
If you have managed to not see Avengers: Endgame just yet, spoilers are mentioned ahead!
After Tony Stark’s untimely passing, a pre-recorded message from him is played at his funeral. The holographic Stark utters his final words to his daughter: “I love you 3000.” The moment is beautiful and heartbreaking. As a result, the phrase has become synonymous with the highest expression of love. See the final moment in the clip below:
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