Actor Robin Williams dead at the age of 63
Posted August 11, 2014 4:31 pm.
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MARIN COUNTY, CALIFORNIA (NEWS1130) – Actor Robin Williams has died at the age of 63.
In a statement released by the Marin County Sheriff’s Office he was found inside of his home.
The coroner suspects Williams died of apparent suicide, but adds the investigation is ongoing.
Williams shot to fame in the late ’70s as the alien in TV’s “Mork and Mindy.” He conquered the big screen in comic films such as “Good Morning, Vietnam” and “Mrs. Doubtfire.” But he won his Academy Award in a serious role _ as the therapist in “Good Will Hunting.”
His performing style was at its purest in his standup act, as he impersonated a Russian immigrant or parodied anyone from John Wayne to Keith Richards.
People in Vancouver are shocked and deeply saddened by the comedic legend’s death. Some are calling it a “great loss” and referring to him as an “honorary Canadian” because he was able to touch so many people in our country with his performances both on screen and on stage.
Nathan, like many fans, says Williams defined comedy. “It’s just very sad, he’s one of those people you think of when you think of comedy and laughter.”
Marnie who is old enough to remember him when he got his start playing an alien in “Mork and Mindy” says he helped elevate people’s moods. “He just had the ability to make people laugh, and I think that laughter in this world especially today is something that is really important,” she explains.
Brandon says he grew up with Williams on screen and as he got older took in some of his stand-up. “I felt like a bit of my childhood kind of died on the inside. I grew up watching a lot of his movies, he was the genie from “Aladdin” and I think a lot of kids loved that character.”
Some are finding it hard to believe the funny-man was so troubled inside. “He represented enjoyment of life so it’s hard to imagine that he was going through difficulties,” says Pierre.
Many are taking the time to reflect on some of his best work including his Oscar wining performance in “Goodwill Hunting”, “Mrs. Doubtfire,” and his energetic and often profane stand-up comedy bits.
