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Zoneboy · 08-11-2014, 07:09 PM

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Oscar-winning actor and comedian Robin Williams has died at age 63, according to police in Marin County, Calif.

The full statement is below.

On August 11, 2014, at approximately 11:55 a.m, Marin County Communications received a 9-1-1 telephone call reporting a male adult had been located unconscious and not breathing inside his residence in unincorporated Tiburon, CA. The Sheriff’s Office, as well as the Tiburon Fire Department and Southern Marin Fire Protection District were dispatched to the incident with emergency personnel arriving on scene at 12:00 pm. The male subject, pronounced deceased at 12:02 pm has been identified as Robin McLaurin Williams, a 63-year-old resident of unincorporated Tiburon, CA.

An investigation into the cause, manner, and circumstances of the death is currently underway by the Investigations and Coroner Division s of the Sheriff’s Office. Preliminary information developed during the investigation indicates Mr. Williams was last seen alive at his residence, where he resides with his wife, at approximately 10:00 pm on August 10, 2014. Mr. Williams was located this morning shortly before the 9-1-1 call was placed to Marin County Communications. At this time, the Sheriff’s Office Coroner Division suspects the death to be a suicide due to asphyxia, but a comprehensive investigation must be completed before a final determination is made. A forensic examination is currently scheduled for August 12, 2014 with subsequent toxicology testing to be conducted.

Williams' publicist Mara Buxbaum told The Hollywood Reporter: “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.”

His wife, Susan Schneider, said: "This morning, I lost my husband and my best friend, while the world lost one of 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 the focus will not be on Robin's death, but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions.”

Williams, a four-time Oscar nominee, won a supporting actor Oscar for Good Will Hunting. He most recently starred in CBS' comedy The Crazy Ones, which lasted only one season.

He recently checked into rehab in an effort to maintain his sobriety.

Mr. Television · 08-11-2014, 07:13 PM

OMG. I'm just stunned.

Skywalker · 08-11-2014, 07:17 PM

Unbelievable. I just heard about this on twitter and checked several other news sites because I couldn't believe it. R.I.P. Robin Williams.

MikeLutton · 08-11-2014, 07:23 PM

I was just going post about this my heart is broken right now speechless

robyrob · 08-11-2014, 07:30 PM

this is just so unbelievable, completely shocking and so sad

R.I.P. Robin Williams

shotzette · 08-11-2014, 07:37 PM

So sad about this. The word "genius" is thrown about a lot, but Robin Williams had such a unique talent for comedy and dramatic roles, that I do consider him a genius.

Praying he's up there right now having a great reunion with John Belushi and Christopher Reeves.

Spark Of Spirit · 08-11-2014, 07:45 PM

RIP.

This was not news I was expecting.

biffbronson · 08-11-2014, 07:50 PM

A great, great loss -- so sorry for all of his fans. This is probably the biggest shock among sitcom stars since we lost John Ritter. Unbelievable.

eng51squad51 · 08-11-2014, 08:40 PM

Metv is airing the Happy days episde where Robin wiliams guest on Happy days as Mork.

TV_Fan · 08-11-2014, 09:40 PM

I was in the car and heard on the radio the news of this tragic loss. Everyone in the car shouted out "OMG WHAT?" I can't believe it. Robin's poor family and friends must be devastated.

RIP Robin.

shotzette · 08-11-2014, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by biffbronson

A great, great loss -- so sorry for all of his fans. This is probably the biggest shock among sitcom stars since we lost John Ritter. Unbelievable.

I thought that too. Both of these men were so "boyish" --I know there's a better word out there--that it seem impossible for them both to be gone so very early.

1960'sTVfan · 08-11-2014, 11:00 PM

Wow this news certainly is a shocker, I didn't see that one coming. He loved to perform, wasn't getting the movie role offers anymore like he used to, and The Crazy Ones was cancelled after a season. Maybe he thought he wasn't being funny anymore, perhaps that was part of his depression problem. Whatever the reason, it's a tragedy, very sad, and you just never know what demons a person is battling. They can appear fine on the outside, but be miserable on the inside. R.I.P. Mr. Williams.

faraj · 08-11-2014, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by TV_Fan

I was in the car and heard on the radio the news of this tragic loss. Everyone in the car shouted out "OMG WHAT?" I can't believe it. Robin's poor family and friends must be devastated.

RIP Robin.

Shazbot!

I was in my car, driving home from work, when I first saw a posting about his passing on Facebook from my smartphone. Haven't had a public death like this since John Ritter. Anyways, RIP.

D-Dey · 08-11-2014, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by eng51squad51

Metv is airing the Happy days episde where Robin wiliams guest on Happy days as Mork.

I believe there were two of those.

I read that it was an "apparent suicide." If it's true, I suppose the failure of "The Crazy Ones" did him in.

Bonniegirl · 08-12-2014, 02:33 AM

WOW!!! I am still in shock! I heard about Robin's passing around 6:00! I was just home from work and put the news on . I couldn't believe it! It's 11:30 now and I'm still in shock! Very sad, depression is a terrible thing! Somebody else posted here how a person can be so depressed and seem happy on the outside. You never know. I'm wondering now, if perhaps it was an accidental overdose or something? I hate to think he took his own life. That he was that sad, and gave up on himself! My prayers to his wife. I know she is really upset!

I was also thinking of Pam Dawber, his Mork and Mindy co-star. Rebecca Schaeffer who played her younger sister in My sister Sam was murdered by an obsessed fan, that was so awful and shocking! And now another person she starred on a TV show with had a tragic death as well!

The last role I saw Robin play was Dwight D. Eisenhower in the Butler! It was just a small part, but he did a good job I thought. I wasn't born yet when he was president, but from what I heard from older people he played him pretty well! RIP Robin, you were loved and will be missed!

08-11-2014, 07:09 PM	#1
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08-11-2014, 07:17 PM	#3
Skywalker Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Apr 04, 2003 Posts: 14,205	Unbelievable. I just heard about this on twitter and checked several other news sites because I couldn't believe it. R.I.P. Robin Williams.

08-11-2014, 07:37 PM	#6
shotzette Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 30, 2004 Posts: 1,782	So sad about this. The word "genius" is thrown about a lot, but Robin Williams had such a unique talent for comedy and dramatic roles, that I do consider him a genius. Praying he's up there right now having a great reunion with John Belushi and Christopher Reeves.

08-11-2014, 07:50 PM	#8
biffbronson Sentimental Fool Forum Star Join Date: Aug 22, 2009 Location: Near Notre Dame Posts: 10,262	A great, great loss -- so sorry for all of his fans. This is probably the biggest shock among sitcom stars since we lost John Ritter. Unbelievable.
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eng51squad51 Member Forum Regular Join Date: Oct 17, 2002 Location: SC Posts: 978	Metv is airing the Happy days episde where Robin wiliams guest on Happy days as Mork.

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TV_Fan Member Forum Regular Join Date: Jun 15, 2005 Location: USA Posts: 876	I was in the car and heard on the radio the news of this tragic loss. Everyone in the car shouted out "OMG WHAT?" I can't believe it. Robin's poor family and friends must be devastated. RIP Robin.

08-11-2014, 11:00 PM	#12
1960'sTVfan Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Sep 30, 2009 Posts: 6,045	Wow this news certainly is a shocker, I didn't see that one coming. He loved to perform, wasn't getting the movie role offers anymore like he used to, and The Crazy Ones was cancelled after a season. Maybe he thought he wasn't being funny anymore, perhaps that was part of his depression problem. Whatever the reason, it's a tragedy, very sad, and you just never know what demons a person is battling. They can appear fine on the outside, but be miserable on the inside. R.I.P. Mr. Williams.

08-12-2014, 02:33 AM	#15
Bonniegirl AKA Hazel Horvath Forum Addict Join Date: Jul 10, 2014 Posts: 65,398	WOW!!! I am still in shock! I heard about Robin's passing around 6:00! I was just home from work and put the news on . I couldn't believe it! It's 11:30 now and I'm still in shock! Very sad, depression is a terrible thing! Somebody else posted here how a person can be so depressed and seem happy on the outside. You never know. I'm wondering now, if perhaps it was an accidental overdose or something? I hate to think he took his own life. That he was that sad, and gave up on himself! My prayers to his wife. I know she is really upset! I was also thinking of Pam Dawber, his Mork and Mindy co-star. Rebecca Schaeffer who played her younger sister in My sister Sam was murdered by an obsessed fan, that was so awful and shocking! And now another person she starred on a TV show with had a tragic death as well! The last role I saw Robin play was Dwight D. Eisenhower in the Butler! It was just a small part, but he did a good job I thought. I wasn't born yet when he was president, but from what I heard from older people he played him pretty well! RIP Robin, you were loved and will be missed!