Sad news today: BREAKING: Actor Robin Williams died Monday August 11 at approximately 12:02 pm, the Marin County Sheriff’s announced tonight. According to the police statement, they are investigating the death to be a suicide due to asphyxia.
Oscar winner and comedian Robin Williams died this morning at 63. While his publicist wouldn’t confirm that it was a suicide, they did issue this statement. “Robin Williams passed away this morning. He has been battling severe depression as of late. This is a tragic and sudden loss. The family respectfully asks for their privacy as they grieve during this very difficult time.”
Williams, who won an Oscar for his supporting role in Good Will Hunting, will reprise his role as Theodore Roosevelt in the third installment of Night at the Museum this December. He had recently signed on to reprise his beloved role as Mrs. Doubtfire in a sequel to be directed by Chris Columbus and was last seen opposite Annette Bening in the indie film The Face of Love.
What was your favorite Robin Williams film?
Mrs. Doubtfire
Dead Poet’s Society
