Stars Mourn Beloved Actor Robin Williams
Yesterday was a shocking and surreal day for everyone when the news broke that beloved actor and comedian Robin Williams had passed at the age of 63. His publicist made a statement “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.” Although a suicide has not been confirmed, rumors of an apparent death by asphyxia are surfacing. Regardless of how it happened, the world lost a brilliant star yesterday.
Celebrities took to twitter to mourn for Mrs. Doubtfire actor. Here is what they had to say…
Steve Martin said” “I could not be more stunned by the loss of Robin Williams, mensch, great talent, acting partner, genuine soul.”
Conan O’Brien: “Absolutely stunning to hear the news about Robin Williams. It’s unimaginable to me that we’ve lost such a genuinely funny and sweet man.”
Kevin Spacey: “Robin Williams made the world laugh & think. I will remember & honor that. A great man, artist and friend. I will miss him beyond measure.”
Zelda Williams (Robin williams daughter) wrote: “You-you alone will have the stars as no one else has them…In one of the stars I shall be living. In one of them I shall be laughing. And so it will be as if all the stars were laughing, when you look at the sky at night…you – only you – will have the stars that can laugh.” – Antoine De Saint-Exupery – I love you. I miss you. I’ll try to keep looking up.”
Even President Barack Obama: “Robin Williams was an airman, a doctor, a genie, a nanny…and everything in between. But he was one of a kind.”
San Francisco 49ers: “You will be missed.” and attached a photography of Robin and coaches of the team from years back.
Gavin Newsom: “Am saddened to hear about my friend @RobinWilliams’ passing. He was a name and personality synonymous with the bay A…”
Craig Ferguson: “I am so sorry about Robin. He was sweet and generous and kind as well as a comedic genius. This is just terrible news.”
Henry Winkler: “Robin Williams was like no other..To watch him create on the spot was a privilege to behold…Robin you are an angel now !! REST IN PEACE”
Margaret Cho: “I AM BEYOND DEVASTATED“
Billy Crystal: “No words.”
David Letterman attached a photograph of Williams on his show and the both of them laughing hysterically. “Remembering our good friend, Robin Williams”
Rita Wilson: “I am heartbroken. Dear, sweet friend, Robin Williams, gone. Our prayers for peace to all his friends and family, his beautiful children.
Taylor Swift: “Heartbroken for Robin Williams and his family.”
Jamie Foxx: “God Bless Robin Williams. A comedic God, irreplaceable. Cant believe it.”
Raj Mathai: Robin Williams wife: “I lost my husband and my best friend, while the world lost 1 of its most beloved artists…I am utterly heartbroken.”
Brodie Brazil: “Dificult to believe Robin Williams is gone. So many childhood memories… from Hook to Mrs. Doubtfire.”
Neil Patrick Harris: “I am stunned and just reeling from the news of Robin Williams’ death. He brought so much joy and heart to millions…Just, wow.”
MC Hammer: “RIP Robin Williams True Genius of the Arts…A beautiful human being…A deep Spirt of Love. His eyes portrayed the rivers of his journey.”
San Francisco Giants attached a photograph of Robin singing, “We are very saddened to learn the passing of Robin Williams. Rest in Peace dear friend.”
San Francisco then tweeted again, “He didn’t win an Oscar for this performance in 2010, but it did help the #SFGiants win a ring.” Robin Williams pumped up the crowd at AT&T Park.
The Academy: “Genie, you’re free.” and a photograph of Robin doing the voice of genie in Aladdin was posted.
This is a very tragic time for everyone who knows, or has even heard of Robin Williams, may he rest in peace.