Now this is a shocking report, Variety, and several other outlets, is reporting Robin Williams was found dead at his home with the cause of death believed to be suicide via asphyxiation, according to the coroner’s office in Tiburon, California.
Williams’ publicist confirmed the news with Variety saying he had been battling depression of late and had recently entered 12-step rehab stint for drug abuse.
His wife, Susan Schneider said in a statement, “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 the focus will not be on Robin’s death, but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions.”
He was probably best known to my generation as Mrs. Doubtfire, the voice of the genie in Aladdin and as Sean Maguire in Good Will Hunting for which he won an Oscar, but his resume is much more than just that including Oscar nominated performances in The Fisher King, Dead Poets Society and Good Morning, Vietnam.
He still has Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb and Merry Friggin’ Christmas set to come out later this year.
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Stunned at the news about Robin Williams. So sad when hopelessness overwhelms imagination.
— Brad Bird (@BradBirdA113) August 11, 2014
Shocked by the news of Robin Williams passing. Rest in peace my friend
— Albert Brooks (@AlbertBrooks) August 11, 2014
Whatever demons led #RobinWilliams to take his life are the same demons he overcame for so many years to make our lives happier and funnier.
— Rod Lurie (@RodLurie) August 11, 2014
RIP to my dear brother and friend Robin Williams. The world will miss the decades of laughter that you gave all of us.
— Quincy Jones (@QuincyDJones) August 11, 2014
Oh Robin?
— Cher (@cher) August 11, 2014
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O Captain! My Captain! Rise up and hear the bells. Rise up, for you the flag is flung, for you the bugle trills.
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) August 11, 2014
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The only time I met Robin Williams, I got to tell him how much I loved 'World's Greatest Dad'. Do see that one. One of his many great roles.
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) August 11, 2014
That's. The. Worst.
— Taran Killam (@TaranKillam) August 11, 2014
I can’t believe the news about Robin Williams. He gave so much to so many people. I’m heartbroken.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) August 11, 2014
some hit you harder than others… this one has struck deeply – so saddened by this upsetting news. RIP Robin Williams
— Ralph Macchio (@ralphmacchio) August 11, 2014
I cannot believe Robin Williams is gone; he was both a very famous & yet still underrated actor; whether Mork or Garp, a real comedy genius.
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) August 11, 2014
R.i.P Robin Williams.His genius as artist & comedian will B missed & his support of R troops no doubt was much appreciated by all who serve
— Gary Sinise (@GarySinise) August 11, 2014
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NONONONO My friend @robinwilliams has passed? I am sick! He was so helpful early in my career. I have no words. I am heartbroken. #RIP
— Marlee Matlin (@MarleeMatlin) August 11, 2014
How I'll always remember the man who got GOOD WILL HUNTING made: http://t.co/q6XEHea4ls RIP RobinWilliams. Thank you, Oh Captain my Captain!
— KevinSmith (@ThatKevinSmith) August 11, 2014
