Popular actor and comedian Robin Williams is dead!! He was found dead on Monday in his home, police reports.
He was 63.
According to authorities, the apparent cause of death was suicide. Williams is said to have been battling severe depression.
Williams was best known for his starring roles in classic comedies like Mrs. Doubtfire and Jumanji. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Dr. Sean Maguire in Good Will Hunting. He rose to fame while playing Mork the alien in the TV show Mork & Mindy, a Happy Days spinoff.
Most recently, Williams had starred in the new CBS sitcom ‘The Crazy Ones.’ It was cancelled after just one season.
Susan Schneider, the actor’s wife, released the following statement to the New York Times’ Dave Itzkoff:
“This morning, I lost my husband and my best friend, while the world lost one if its most beloved artists and beautiful human beings. I am utterly heartbroken. On behalf of Robin’s family, we are asking for privacy during our time of profound grief. As he is remembered, it is our hope that the focus will not be on Robin’s death but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions.”
Though Williams was most celebrated for his acting career, he is also remembered his charitable endeavors. A strong supporter of the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Williams also spearheads Comic Relief, which raises money to help the homeless. He was also an avid gamer and named his daughter Zelda.
Here is the full press release on his death, courtesy of Marin PD.
