Robin Williams found dead

[Cathleen]

Robin Williams dead at 63 years old.

Sources bouncing around cause of death.

 

[Cathleen]

Entertainment weekly:

Oscar winner and comedian Robin Williams died this morning at 63. While his publicist wouldn’t confirm that it was a suicide, they did issue this statement. “Robin Williams passed away this morning. He has been battling severe depression of late. This is a tragic and sudden loss. The family respectfully asks for their privacy as they grieve during this very difficult time.”

Williams, who won an Oscar for his supporting role in Good Will Hunting, will reprise his role as Theodore Roosevelt in the third installment of Night at the Museum this December. He had recently signed on to reprise his beloved role as Mrs. Doubtfire in a sequel to be directed by Chris Columbus and was last seen opposite Annette Bening in the indie film The Face of Love.

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[Skiddles2014]

Thanks for sharing, Rory.

 

[pink]

I just saw it on yahoo.

 

[Cathleen]

I loved seeing him Jonathan Winters. They appeared together on the Tonight Show years ago, funny men.

I loved him in Aladdin, the Disney film.

 

[Cathleen]

I just saw it on yahoo.

Yeah, it's everywhere now. I used to wonder what it'd be like walking around with that mind. He was beyond most words. It's extra sad if it was suicide.

 

[Bert Notorius]

...but I loved my misery.

You know why?

Because it was my misery.

I could hold it.

I could caress it.

(moscow on the hudson)


when i first heard him recite this line, i knew he owned it.
funnyman or not.

nanu nanu

 

[yossi]

Mrs. Doubtfire is a movie I've watched countless times. It brings me right back to my childhood, and, of course, Aladdin as well. I remember seeing that in the theatre with my mom.

Jumanji!

http://31.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m0yjszLf741qb9pa3o1_500.gif

Robin Williams took up a great deal of time during my formative years.

 

[Cathleen]

His creativity was boundless. He did "Inside the Actor's Studio," it could have gone on for days. He was terrific. It's sad. I know he had addiction problems and recently went back into rehab but the depression may have gone too deep.

What Dreams May Come...

 

[Cathleen]

Mrs. Doubtfire is a movie I've watched countless times. It brings me right back to my childhood, and, of course, Aladdin as well. I remember seeing that in the theatre with my mom.

Jumanji!

http://31.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m0yjszLf741qb9pa3o1_500.gif

Robin Williams took up a great deal of time during my formative years.

Just heard they were planning another Mrs Doubtfire. That was an incredible role. Hell, all his work was incredible. He did it all.

 

[Cathleen]

Tonight Show Jonathan Winters, Robin Winters

Those two shared some common traits and made it work wonderfully. Mork and Mindy with Winters was out of this world funny. Yeah, pun intended I guess, but it's the right phrasing.

 

[Que]

Tonight Show Jonathan Winters, Robin Winters

Those two shared some common traits and made it work wonderfully. Mork and Mindy with Winters was out of this world funny. Yeah, pun intended I guess, but it's the right phrasing.

I had forgotten about those two together. Thanks for posting that. I would think he would want to be remembered through laughter.

His portrayal of a shrink and the push-pull between Dr. & patient in "Good Will Hunting" rang so true to me that i was convinced he has done a lot of therapy.

 

[snugglestruggle]

I never understood Hollywood stars. They acquire fame, fortune, go to all the wild partys, drive cool cars, get to fuck anyone they want pretty much. Yet they are not Happy.

Mork wtf did you have to be depressed about that you'd take your own life? If you was infront of me right now I'd slap the shit out of you. I'll never forgive You

 

[toubab]

I never understood Hollywood stars. They acquire fame, fortune, go to all the wild partys, drive cool cars, get to fuck anyone they want pretty much. Yet they are not Happy.

Mork wtf did you have to be depressed about that you'd take your own life? If you was infront of me right now I'd slap the shit out of you. I'll never forgive You

"The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a heaven of hell, a hell of heaven."

-John Milton

 

[Cathleen]

I had forgotten about those two together. Thanks for posting that. I would think he would want to be remembered through laughter.

His portrayal of a shrink and the push-pull between Dr. & patient in "Good Will Hunting" rang so true to me that i was convinced he has done a lot of therapy.

His role in "The Bird Cage" was awesome. I watch it whenever I come across it. He was cast for the Nathan Lane role but said no, knowing Nathan would do it better. He was right, I can't imagine anyone else playing the father role he had in that. He popped up in a lot of movie, small parts, quick hitting, and was just perfect.

A unique talent.

 

[Cathleen]

I never understood Hollywood stars. They acquire fame, fortune, go to all the wild partys, drive cool cars, get to fuck anyone they want pretty much. Yet they are not Happy.

Mork wtf did you have to be depressed about that you'd take your own life? If you was infront of me right now I'd slap the shit out of you. I'll never forgive You

Please tell me this is in jest. Otherwise you have no idea what clinical depression is about -- but that would make me happy for you actually.

 

[respeito]

I loved him in "Dead Poets Society."

John Keating: This is a battle, a war, and the casualties could be your hearts and souls.

 

[respeito]

I never understood Hollywood stars. They acquire fame, fortune, go to all the wild partys, drive cool cars, get to fuck anyone they want pretty much. Yet they are not Happy.

Mork wtf did you have to be depressed about that you'd take your own life? If you was infront of me right now I'd slap the shit out of you. I'll never forgive You

*just hugs you*

 

[Cathleen]

*just hugs you*

A very nice response.

 

[Queersetti]

The Story Of The Fisher King

 

[Lorilei]

I never understood Hollywood stars. They acquire fame, fortune, go to all the wild partys, drive cool cars, get to fuck anyone they want pretty much. Yet they are not Happy.

Mork wtf did you have to be depressed about that you'd take your own life? If you was infront of me right now I'd slap the shit out of you. I'll never forgive You

That's not how depression works.

 

[MonaLittle]

I never understood Hollywood stars. They acquire fame, fortune, go to all the wild partys, drive cool cars, get to fuck anyone they want pretty much. Yet they are not Happy.

Mork wtf did you have to be depressed about that you'd take your own life? If you was infront of me right now I'd slap the shit out of you. I'll never forgive You

You can't control depression very easily. It controls you.

 

[rippitydoo]

I wrote a blog (as-yet unposted) that, among other things, mentioned the Oscars rarely showing respect to comedies or comedians, & as proof, mentioning he won his only one playing a doctor (blog largely about doctors & respect shown to them)...

I (along with, I believe) Mara Wilson, saw no point in a "Doubtfire" sequel... That said, debating between grabbing my "Hunting" DVD soon to watch & waiting for my mind to process this some first.

 

[Spiritme]

What a sad ending to the life of someone who enriched so many memories with his fantastic sense of humour and irony, he put soul into any role he played. Rest in Peace Robin

 

[Cathleen]

The Story Of The Fisher King

That was another good movie. He truly could play any role. The most difficult was being himself. Just like many people.