Robin Williams
American actor and comedian (1951–2014) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Robin McLaurin Williams (July 21, 1951 – August 11, 2014) was an American actor and stand-up comedian.[5] He first became famous on the television show Mork and Mindy. He starred in many movies.
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Born | Robin McLaurin Williams (1951-07-21)July 21, 1951 |
Died | August 11, 2014(2014-08-11) (aged 63) Paradise Cay, California, U.S. |
Cause of death | Asphyxiation due to suicide by hanging |
Resting place | Cremated; ashes scattered in San Francisco Bay |
Alma mater | Juilliard School |
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Years active | 1976–2014 |
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Children | 3; including Zelda Williams
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Influences | Jonathan Winters,[1][2] Warner Bros. Cartoons,[3] Dudley Moore,[4] Peter Sellers,[4] Peter Cook[4] |
Website | robinwilliams |
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On August 11, 2014, Williams was found dead in his home.[6] His death was believed to have been a suicide by asphyxiation.[7]