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Robin Williams
Actor
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July 21, 1951
Birthplace
United States
Age
63
Birth Sign
Cancer
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<p><a href="http://www.biography.com/people/robin-williams-9532797" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Robin McLaurin Williams</a> is a Comedian and actor born on July 21, 1951, in the city of Chicago, Illinois. Finally becoming one of the funniest performers in the U.S., Robin attended College of Marin and Clermont Men’s College before going to Julliard School in New York. After finishing school he started to work on TV programs such as Eight is Enough, Laugh-in, and The Richard Pryor Show. He became widely known as the alien Mork and later debuted on the Happy Days series. Williams saw that he could do well on his own, which prompted him to start his own show known as Mork& Mindy. However, this wasn’t his biggest breakthrough. His career took a turn when he made his big-screen debut in 1980, taking the lead role in Popeye, a film directed by the one Robert Altman. A string of film roles then followed over the years, where he showcased his talent and his ability in the film industry.</p> <h2>Career Accomplishments</h2> <p>As his career took off, Robin faced a number of challenges. It was reported that he developed alcohol and drug problem while he was working on Mork and Mindy, Which saw him struggle for over two decades. Despite all the personal setbacks, he did not give up. He continued with his acting career, appearing in Awakening, a hit drama with Julie Kavner and Roberto De Niro. His role in The Fisher King, a redemptive drama, where he stared as a homeless man saw him received an Oscar nomination. He also starred in the 1991 Hook, animated film Aladdin Flubber, Jumanji, and Doubtfire. While Robin Williams was best known for his thrilling humor, he was also seen to explore darker situations and characters on screen. In a 2002 film, One Hour Photo, he took up the role of a creepy photo developer and a writer of novels in the film Insomnia the same year. In 2006, Robin returned to his comic talent, featuring in the film <a href="https://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Man_of_the_Year" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Man of The Year</a> in 2006 and Night at the Museum. In late 2008, Williams tried stand-up comedy known as <a href="http://www.hbo.com/comedy/robin-williams-weapons-of-self-destruction" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Weapons of Self Destruction</a>, which focused on social as well as political absurdities. He was seen to pour all his energy into his show, but health problems derailed him in 2009, causing him to undergo heart surgery. As he was recovering, he once again took up a role in the film Old Dogs alongside John Travolta.</p> <h2>Most Known For</h2> <p>Robert Williams is best known for his thrilling humor in a number of comedy movies and shows. He is particularly known for his fast-paced performance style in films such as <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/movie/review?res=950DE0DE1F31F931A35755C0A96F948260" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dead Poets Society</a> and Good Will Hunting. Other films that he has starred in include Awakening, The Fisher King, Hook, Alladin, and Mrs. Doubtfire.</p>
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Robin Williams Net Worth
Net Worth
Net Worth in 2021
$50 Million
Annual Earnings
N/A
Assets
Not Available
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Robin Williams Profile
Basic Info
Full Real Name
Robin Williams
Date of Birth
July 21, 1951
Age
63
Birthday
21-Jul
Yers of Birth
1951
Nick Name
Not Available
Family Name
Williams
Birth Place
Chicago, IL
Residence
Not Available
Gender
Male
Profession
Actor
Nationality
American
Ethnicity
Not Available
Fluently Speaks
Not Available
Religion
Episcopalian
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<p>On August 11, 2014, it was reported that the 63-year old comedian and actor was found dead in his home in California. It is believed that he was battling severe depression, which led to his sudden and tragic death. According to forensic examination, it was revealed that Williams died from asphyxia. </p>
Personal Life
Marital Status
Not Available
Partner
Not Available
Spouse
Valerie Velardi (1978-1988), Marsha Garces Williams (1989-2010), Susan Schneider (2011-2014)
Son(s)
Cody Alan Williams, Zak Williams
Daughter(s)
Zelda Williams
Physical Stats
Height (in feets)
5 Feet 7 inches
Weight (in kgs)
80 KG
Height (in meters)
1.7 m
Weight (in lbs)
176 LBs
Bust Waist Hip
Not Available
Measurements
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Hair Color
Salt & Pepper
Eye Color
Blue
Shoe Size
Not Available
Tatoo
Not Available
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Family
Father
Robert Fitzgerald Williams
Mother
Laura McLaurin
Brother(s)
Robert Todd Williams, McLaurin Smith Williams
Sister(s)
Not Available
Garndfather
Not Available
Grandmother
Not Available
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Signs
Sun Sign
Cancer
Star Sign
Cancer
Birth Sign Duality
Passive
Birth Sign Modality
Cardinal Water
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Education
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