Robin Williams, a household name and beloved comedian, passed away on Monday Aug. 11. Leaving a legacy of laughs and generations of smiles, Robin Williams will be greatly missed by all those who worked with him and anyone who watched his movies. Williams, an Academy Award winning actor was well known around the globe for his roles in popular movies and his stand up comedy routines. Some of Williams works include hit movies such as; Jumanji, Aladdin, Hook, Good Will Hunting, and Mrs. Doubtfire. Williams was born in Chicago, Illinois and studied at the prestigious Juilliard School. Williams career began in stand up comedy and progressed from television into films. In his later years Williams founded a philanthropic organization called the Windfall Foundation, which raised money for several charities. Williams attended the Episcopal Church and was a supporter of the San Francisco 49ers and the San Francisco Giants. Wherever he went, Williams was known for his huge heart. Below his friends, family, and fellow actors shared their last tributes to the comedic legend. He will be greatly missed.Memoirs from Family and Castmates “I’ll never, ever understand how he could be loved so deeply and not find it in his heart to stay. He was always warm, even in his darkest moments.” - Zelda Williams (daughter of Robin Williams) “There are no words strong enough to describe the love and respect I have for my father. The world will never be the same without him.” - Cody Williams (son of Robin Williams) “I never could have expected this ending to his life and to ours with him. I cannot believe this. I am overwhelmed with grief.” - Chevy Chase (Fellow actor and comedian) “I love you. Thank you for your friendship and kind words, papa.” - George Lopez (fellow comedian) “Heartbroken. Thanks chief - for your friendship and for what you gave the world. Robin had a ton of love in him. He personally did so much for so many people. He made Matt and my dreams come true. What do you owe a guy who does that? Everything. May you find peace my friend.” - Ben Affleck (fellow actor)“Robin brought so much joy into my life and I will carry that joy with me forever. He was such a beautiful man. I was lucky to know him and I will never, ever forget him.” - Matt Damon (fellow actor)“I could not be more stunned by the loss of Robin Williams, mensch, great talent, acting partner, genuine soul” - Steve Martin (Fellow actor)“His impact on the world was so positive. He did so much good for people. He made me and so many people laugh so hard for a very long time.” - Ben Stiller (fellow actor)
Writer: Reid Crickmore ~ Multimedia Journalist
