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so sad to hear of his death, in an apparent suicide.
Angry that we live in a society that on the news they just want to talk about his fame; why can't we discuss severe depression, no-- its not allowed.
Catherine S
12-08-14, 09:41
Very sad. RIP Robin :-(
ISB
It is.So sorry to hear this.
People say he had plenty of money and could have afforded lots of help,but I definitely think that fame has its own pressures,and it must be hard being in the public eye.
I thought his role in Good Will hunting was one of his finest.
I can watch that film time and time again,although now it will have an extra poignancy about it.
Really shocked by this news. What a huge talent. He made me laugh and cry. Patch Adams was my favourite... & Jumaji....... & Mrs Doubfire - so many to mention! RIP Mr Robin Williams - love & prayers to your family. xx
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ElizabethJane
12-08-14, 10:21
Dear Robin Williams I'm sorry that he has died. He will be sadly missed.
How absolutely devastating.
If reports of how and why he passed are to be believed, it goes to show that depression truly does and can affect anyone. They say money cannot buy you happiness and this seems to be ever so true.
As again if reports are to be believed that he has struggled with depression for many a year, it shows that much can still be accomplished, as he of course has accomplished so many great things.
My heart hurts for his family at this time. He has left behind a legacy filled with millions upon millions of smiles and hours upon hours of laughter.
Oh Captain, my captain!!
Catherine S
12-08-14, 11:17
Very apt Elen :) says it all really doesn't it?
ISB x
very sad news, robin inspired me so much in "good will hunting" and of course the inimitable " dead poets society" .. depression is still such a stigma, we won't hear much about it on the media, just tributes to a brilliant human being.
we need the courage as a society to talk about it openly!
I am heartbroken. He brought joy to so many people, but suffered so much himself. This is devastating.
rip robin williams good actor loved him i am so shocked i heard on the radio this morning of his passing i am very sad upset loved mork & mindy only last week i watched him on dvd in RV tonight think i will play mrs Doubtfire so sad :sad: rest in peace :sad:
I'm personally trying not to think of his depression and what was going on inside towards the end of his life at this time...I want to remember him for what he was, such a gentle funny guy. Massive part of a collective childood :weep: Hope he is at peace now.
i am deeply saddened by this news he brought be so much joy when i was younger
last of the true greats there is no one left now RIP Robin Williams from a true fan
RIP Robin Williams Nanoo Nanoo
One of my favorite Actors and Human being. He will be missed, but not forgotten.:weep:
MRS STRESS ED
12-08-14, 18:58
What a great loss to the world and to his family RIP xx
Rennie1989
12-08-14, 22:00
It's painful to hear somebody committing suicide because of depression. It's very close to my heart, be it on a personal basis and for my campaign. I wrote this blog:
http://positive-mental-health.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/suicide-who-is-actually-selfish-here.html
Sleep tight, Robin x
Rip Robyn very sad loss he was so funny
NE21 worrier
13-08-14, 01:02
RIP Robin Williams.
I was lucky enough to grow up watching a lot his films (Aladdin (in which he was the genie), Jumanji, Flubber) - and Good Morning Vietnam was probably one of the first 'adult-rated' films I ever saw. I even remember the repeats of Mork & Mindy on Channel 4 in the summer holidays in the mid-nineties... nanu nanu.
My all-time favourite, though, is Mrs Doubtfire - more for the circumstances than anything. We watched the film as a family on holiday in Butlins and I had just had a fall-out with my sister immediate prior to the film over something childish/stupid. After it, we gave each other a big hug :hugs:
Oddly, I've never watched Good Will Hunting. Think it might be a bit too heavy for my liking, though...
So very sad, he was one of the funniest guys in the world. Gone but never forgotten.
RIP Robin
MyNameIsTerry
13-08-14, 02:55
RIP Robin Williams.
He was often seen as a quirky comedy actor but he could turn his hand to many roles as already mentioned in this thread, could show a serious side as in Good Morning Vietnam and portray a role that would appear to be quite the opposite e.g. One Hour Photo.
Who can forget Awakenings, great film!
I think fame does bring it's own pressures. I think it depends on the person because many celebrities who suffer mental health issues or drug & alcohol addictions are all too keen to cash in on it and these are the ones that trivualise it for the rest of us, but then we also have ones like this who are just suffering like we are/have and it reminds me that everyone has their breaking point and to remember that we are all ultimately the same inside.
RIP Robin Williams. I never really watched many of your films (I remember watching Jack as a child and night at the museum), but when a well known person dies it's always upsetting especially in this manner.
Although it is horrendous that it takes someone to commit suicide, it has sparked debate in the media and on social media regarding mental health and there has been huge backlash against people who have been critical towards depression and suicide, which in my opinion means thats out of a huge negative there has at least been some positive.
RIP Robin... Many great hours spent enjoying your amazing acting.
Like nearly everyone,I was shocked and deeply saddened when I heard the news of his untimely death,especially so in the way he died. Its something most of us here can empathise with.
I like a lot of his films,in particular 'Dead Poet's Society'. He was a very funny guy and I know I speak for many when I say I shall miss him.
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