“When Jonathan Winters died, it was like, 'Oh, man!' I knew he was frail, but I always thought he was going to last longer. I knew him as being really funny, but at the same time, he had a dark side.”

American actor and comedian

Robin McLaurin Williams was an American actor and comedian. He became widely known for his improvisational style and for the many characters he could create on the spot, moving easily between comedy and drama throughout his career. He worked in film and television and earned major recognition for his performances, including an Academy Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, five Grammy Awards, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards. In 2005, he received the Cecil B. DeMille Award, reflecting the lasting reach of his work.