Robin Williams

Date of Birth: July 21, 1951

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Date of Death: August 11, 2014

Biography

Robin McLaurin Williams was an American actor and comedian who was widely regarded as one of the greatest comedians of all time. He was born on July 21, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois. Williams began his career as a stand-up comedian in San Francisco and Los Angeles during the mid-1970s. He rose to fame with his role as the alien Mork in the TV series “Mork & Mindy” (1978–1982). His improvisational skills and unique style made him a beloved figure in both television and film. Williams’ film career included a wide range of roles in various genres. He showcased his dramatic talents in films like “Good Will Hunting” (1997), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Other notable films include “Dead Poets Society” (1989), “Mrs. Doubtfire” (1993), “Aladdin” (1992), “Good Morning, Vietnam” (1987), and “Jumanji” (1995). In addition to his acting and comedy, Williams was known for his humanitarian efforts. He was involved with numerous charities, including Comic Relief, a charity event that raised money for the homeless. Williams struggled with addiction and depression throughout his life. Tragically, he died by suicide on August 11, 2014, at his home in Paradise Cay, California.

5 Interesting Facts about Robin Williams

1. Robin Williams was a classically trained actor who studied at the Juilliard School in New York City.

2. He performed stand-up comedy for the first time at a comedy club in the San Francisco Bay Area.

3. Williams was known for his ability to ad-lib, famously improvising many of his lines in the “Aladdin” movie.

4. He was an avid cyclist and often rode his bike for exercise and mental clarity.

5. Williams was a close friend of fellow comedian Billy Crystal, and the two often collaborated on charity work.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Robin Williams

1. “No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world.”

2. “I think the saddest people always try their hardest to make people happy. Because they know what it feels like to feel absolutely worthless and they don’t want anybody else to feel like that.”

3. “Comedy is acting out optimism.”

4. “You’re only given a little spark of madness. You mustn’t lose it.”

5. “I think the saddest people always try their hardest to make people happy. Because they know what it feels like to feel absolutely worthless and they don’t want anybody else to feel like that.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, Robin Williams’ net worth was estimated to be around $130 million.

Children

Robin Williams had three children: 1. Zachary Pym “Zak” Williams (born April 11, 1983), with his first wife Valerie Velardi. 2. Zelda Rae Williams (born July 31, 1989), with his second wife Marsha Garces. 3. Cody Alan Williams (born November 25, 1991), also with Marsha Garces.