Comedians and Actors React to Tragic Death of Robin Williams
As soon as news began to spread online of Robin Williams’ untimely death, a large number of comedians and actors who knew him and respected his work took to Twitter to share their thoughts about the man. Below is a running list of the heartbreaking messages:
I met this sweet, generous & brilliant man Robin Williams in 1991. Here we are with HIS idol Jonathan Winters. #RIP pic.twitter.com/ZI4QV5QyuL
— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) August 11, 2014
I was just thinking how much I wanted to see Robin Williams in movies again. I am deeply gutted and empty by this news. Thank you RW
— John Hodgman (@hodgman) August 11, 2014
Oh My God RIP Robin Williams
— billy eichner (@billyeichner) August 11, 2014
The Robin Williams news is devastating. I feel sick.
— Michael Ian Black (@michaelianblack) August 11, 2014
Terrible, Terrible news. @robinwilliams has died. So sad. Comedy has lost a great man.
— Fred Willard (@Fred_Willard) August 11, 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
I had the pleasure of doing improv a few times with Robin Williams. One of the sweetest people I ever met. RIP to one of my childhood heroes
— Chris Gethard (@ChrisGethard) August 11, 2014
Stunned about Robin Williams. Funniest person I was lucky enough to meet.
— Thomas Lennon (@thomaslennon) August 11, 2014
Mork from Ork: Rare evidence that aliens can be smart, clever, articulate & funny. Robin Williams, RIP
— Neil deGrasse Tyson (@neiltyson) August 11, 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 dropped into the meltdown last year. He was kind & excited & wonderful & absolutely hilarious. RIP. This truly sucks.
— Kumail Nanjiani (@kumailn) August 11, 2014
No, just no! @robinwilliams NO! Such a sweet man. RIP
— Jim Gaffigan (@JimGaffigan) August 11, 2014
Shocked by the news of Robin Williams passing. Rest in peace my friend
— Albert Brooks (@AlbertBrooks) August 11, 2014
So absolutely, completely heartbreaking. RIP Robin Williams.
— Eugene Mirman (@EugeneMirman) 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
I wore Mork suspenders all through 4th grade. Robin Williams was one of my first comedy heroes. RIP.
— Michael Showalter (@mshowalter) August 11, 2014
Can you think of anybody more full of life than Robin Williams!?!? So sad.
— Andy Cohen (@Andy) August 11, 2014
No! Robin Williams you were so loved.
— mia farrow (@MiaFarrow) August 11, 2014
Nooooo, @robinwilliams One of the most talented and creative people that ever lived. RIP
— Matthew Morrison (@Matt_Morrison) August 11, 2014
Robin Williams death a tragic loss so many brilliant performances like Mrs. Doubtfire family asks for privacy officials suspect suicide
— Andrea Mitchell (@mitchellreports) August 11, 2014
So sad so funny http://t.co/YF9UH5BOYb
— Chris Rock (@chrisrock) August 11, 2014
Oh Robin
— Cher (@cher) August 11, 2014
Robin was as sweet a man as he was funny. If you're sad, please tell someone.
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) August 11, 2014
I am so sorry about Robin. He was sweet and generous and kind as well as a comedic genius. This is just terrible news. #RIPRobinWilliams
— Craig Ferguson (@CraigyFerg) August 11, 2014
There's no one who even comes close to Robin Williams' brilliance. He's one of a kind, and will be missed. My heart goes out to his family.
— Jason Ritter (@JasonRitter) 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
— Sarah Michelle (@RealSMG) August 12, 2014
So sad and shocked to hear the news about Robin Williams.
— Jon Favreau (@Jon_Favreau) August 12, 2014
We mourn the loss of our friend Robin Williams, who always made us laugh and smile. pic.twitter.com/UOY8LTjVRA
— Sesame Street (@sesamestreet) August 11, 2014
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