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AP Images/InvisionRobin Williams is being mourned by his colleagues and admirers, who are taking to social media to pay tribute to the versatile actor. The Oscar winner died of a suspected suicide Monday. He was 63.
Williams’ publicist Mara Buxbaum told The Hollywood Reporter: “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.”
President Barack Obama remembered Williams this way, saying in a statement: “He arrived in our lives as an alien — but he ended up touching every element of the human spirit.”
Matt Damon later released the following statement about his Good Will Hunting co-star: “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. I truly hope the people in the media can find it within themselves to give his family some privacy during this horrible time.”
Aladdin composer Alan Menken also shared a statement: “If I had only watched Robin Williams on the TV screen, in the movies or on stage, I would consider myself blessed for having simply experienced his brilliance, his joy, his humor and his heart. The fact that I had the honor of sharing the creative process with him is an honor and a privilege that I will cherish for the rest of my life.”
We lost Robin…1st witnessed his genius as he created Mork B4 our eyes in 2 hrs on set. A Force. A Sweet Soul. A Brilliant Artist. RIP
— Ron Howard (@RealRonHoward) August 12, 2014
His daughter, Zelda Williams, shared this quote Monday night.
— Zelda Williams (@zeldawilliams) August 12, 2014
I’m stunned! pic.twitter.com/X2RbDRyFxt
— Bill Cosby (@BillCosby) August 12, 2014
Heartbroken
— Danny DeVito (@DannyDeVito) August 12, 2014
— Sarah Michelle (@RealSMG) August 12, 2014
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
— Henry Winkler (@hwinkler4real) August 11, 2014
(Winkler shared more of his thoughts on Williams here.)
Robin was as sweet a man as he was funny. If you’re sad, please tell someone.
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) August 11, 2014
Remembering our good friend, Robin Williams. pic.twitter.com/2wPGtOPR5Y
— Letterman (@Letterman) August 12, 2014
I could not be more stunned by the loss of Robin Williams, mensch, great talent, acting partner, genuine soul.
— Steve Martin (@SteveMartinToGo) August 11, 2014
Robin Williams made the world a little bit better. RIP.
— Steve Carell (@SteveCarell) August 11, 2014
RIP @robinwilliams You were one of the very best that ever was. You were one of my heroes. #RobinWilliams
— Joel McHale (@joelmchale) August 11, 2014
So sad, so missed..Mork, Dead Poets Society, Good Morning Vietnam, Alladin @Disney, @Paramount #RobinWilliams, a talent so amazing,gone
— Michael Eisner (@Michael_Eisner) August 12, 2014
I can’t believe the news about Robin Williams. He gave so much to so many people. I’m heartbroken.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) August 11, 2014
Thank you to the beautifully original + brave artist that is #RobinWilliams. You taught us how to stand on the edge, fearless, + shine.
— JARED LETO (@JaredLeto) August 11, 2014
Robin Williams, it was an honor to know you. #restinpeace @ The Butler set, New Orleans http://t.co/OEkbhwlRac
— Lenny Kravitz (@LennyKravitz) August 11, 2014
Ah Robin, I’m so sorry the earth couldn’t stay worthy of you. Hope happiness awaits you.
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) August 11, 2014
7 years old w/ a single mom the first time I saw #MrsDoubtfire. Made me feel better about being from an unconventional family. Love is love.
— Emmy Rossum (@emmyrossum) August 11, 2014
RIP Robin Williams. Such a loss. He will be gone but never forgotten. #RIPRobinWilliams pic.twitter.com/o8rsH5x9hn
— Morgan Freeman (@Morrgan_Freeman) August 11, 2014
O Captain! My Captain! Rise up and hear the bells. Rise up, for you the flag is flung, for you the bugle trills.
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) August 11, 2014
Goodbye and God bless Robin Williams peace and love R
— Ringo Starr (@ringostarrmusic) August 11, 2014
R.i.P Robin Williams.His genius as artist & comedian will B missed & his support of R troops no doubt was much appreciated by all who serve
— Gary Sinise (@GarySinise) August 11, 2014
I cannot believe Robin Williams is gone; he was both a very famous & yet still underrated actor; whether Mork or Garp, a real comedy genius.
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) August 11, 2014
Tragic news about Robin Williams, dead of apparent suicide.
— Richard Roeper (@richardroeper) August 11, 2014
No, just no! @robinwilliams NO! Such a sweet man. RIP
— Jim Gaffigan (@JimGaffigan) August 11, 2014
To the kindest hearted man. Robin, know you will always be remembered by smiles, laughter and love. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
— John Krasinski (@johnkrasinski) August 12, 2014
Heartbroken for Robin Williams and his family.
— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) August 12, 2014
Very sad to hear that the brilliant comedian and actor Robin Williams has died at 63. One never knows the interior of someone else’s life…
— John Green (@realjohngreen) August 11, 2014
So sad to have just heard about the passing of the legendary Robin Williams today at 63 years old. May he rest in peace.
— Tom Green (@tomgreenlive) August 11, 2014
I’m in utter disbelief that Robin Williams is dead.
— Dane Cook (@DaneCook) August 11, 2014
Heartbreaking news,so sad :(…..Robin Williams R.I.P
— Roma Downey (@RealRomaDowney) August 11, 2014
My prayers+sad heart are with Robin Williams’ family tonight. Only met him once, but it was one of the most enjoyable moments of my life RIP
— P!nk (@Pink) August 11, 2014
RIP Robin Williams. He was great in What Dreams May Come and now he gets to find out if his Heaven is exactly as he made it. God bless.
— Danny Bonaduce (@TheDoochMan) August 11, 2014
RIP, great soul. We hope your spirit has found peace. pic.twitter.com/xuFDO2qhXp
— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) August 12, 2014
Very sad to hear about Robin Williams. Depression is no simple thing to manage.
— jim jefferies (@jimjefferies) August 11, 2014
Stunned and saddened. #RIPRobinWilliams
— Ken Jeong (@kenjeong) August 11, 2014
Can’t believe news about @robinwilliams,I’m heartbroken! Praying for his family, loved ones, fans worldwide & peace for his soul…RIP
— Gloria Estefan (@GloriaEstefan) August 11, 2014
RIP mr Williams – beyond great talent -such a kind and lovely person
— John Cusack (@johncusack) August 11, 2014
Wow. RIP Robin Williams. Genius.
— Dean Cain (@RealDeanCain) August 11, 2014
Beyond sad @robinwilliams …. Is there anyone who didn’t / doesn’t love this man ? Wow…. Shocked and heartbroken .
— Debbie Gibson (@DebbieGibson) August 11, 2014
RIP Robin Williams. A tragic loss to depression. So sad. pic.twitter.com/nJxudRZQPA
— Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) August 11, 2014
Robin Williams RIP. Truly one of the most talented men in the history of show business. What a loss. To lose those who make us laugh…wow.
— Wayne Brady (@waynebrady) August 12, 2014
I can’t believe my lovely friend is gone. My heart goes out to his wife and his beloved children. He brought us so much joy and laughter.
— Eric Idle (@EricIdle) August 11, 2014
Genie, you’re free! #RIP #RobinWilliams #Sad http://t.co/xbZZiwzxG4
— Khloé (@khloekardashian) August 12, 2014
I can’t take the Robin Williams news. I’ve never cried over someone I’ve never met but I can’t stop
— Miley Ray Cyrus (@MileyCyrus) August 11, 2014
So sad to learn of the death of fellow actor @robinwilliams He will be truly missed. Our community lost a great actor today. RIP
— RJ Mitte (@RjMitte) August 11, 2014
U touched our lives U touched our hearts U gave us laughter n joy U’r a beautiful soul U will be missed Our love to the family RIP Robin W.
— Forest Whitaker (@ForestWhitaker) August 12, 2014
Robin had a ton of love & did so much for so many. He made Matt & my dreams come true. What do you owe a guy who does that? Everything.
— Ben Affleck (@BenAffleck) August 12, 2014
