Remembering Robin Williams
Remembering Robin Williams
Comedic genius and Broadway actor Robin Williams passed away on Monday August 11, 2014. According to various news sources, the cause of Williams' death was suicide by asphyxia. Williams was 63 years old.
Robin Williams leaves behind a reputable film career, starring in timeless works such as the modern classic Dead Poets Society and the iconic Good Will Hunting, for which Williams won an Oscar. Williams also leaves behind four unreleased films, all of which will appear in theatres within the next year.
The Juilliard-trained actor has notable stage credits as well. In 1988, he starred opposite Steve Martin in an off-Broadway production of Waiting for Godot. Most recently in 2011, Williams made his Broadway debut in Rajiv Joseph's Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, which was produced by Center Theatre Group.
Williams' "one of a kind talent" and "genuine soul" are kept alive not only through his work, but also through the many tributes made in his honor by his colleagues, family and fans.