Robin Williams

Robin McLaurin Williams, an American stand-up comedian and actor known for his improvisational skills and a wide variety of voices, was born in Chicago, Illinois.

Williams made his first major television appearance portraying the alien Mork in the hit TV show 'Happy Days'. His performance was acclaimed and led to the spin-off 'Mork & Mindy'.

Williams starred in the film 'Good Morning, Vietnam', where he played the role of Adrian Cronauer, an energetic radio DJ assigned to the US Armed Services Radio station in Vietnam. The role earned him an Academy Award nomination.

Robin Williams married his second wife, Marsha Garces, who later became his business partner and producer. They had two children together before divorcing in 2010.

Williams co-founded the Windfall Foundation, a philanthropic organization to raise money for many charities. He was actively involved in various charities, including Comic Relief.

Williams won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Dr. Sean Maguire in the film 'Good Will Hunting'. His portrayal of a therapist working with a math prodigy played by Matt Damon was globally praised.

At the 62nd Golden Globe Awards, Robin Williams was awarded the Cecil B. DeMille Award for his outstanding contributions to the entertainment field.

Williams underwent surgery to replace his aortic valve. The surgery led him to delay his one-man tour for a time to rest and recover.

Williams returned to television after nearly three decades, starring alongside Sarah Michelle Gellar in the CBS sitcom 'The Crazy Ones'. However, the show was canceled after one season.

Robin Williams died by suicide at his home in Paradise Cay, California. His death shocked the world and led to an outpouring of tributes and discussions about mental health and depression.