ROBIN WILLIAMS: Laughter, Tears, and Tragedy The job of every good comedian is simple: Make ‘em laugh. Robin Williams did that as well as anyone, ever. His humor was grounded by a very mature understanding that joy is a gift more than a given. The audience gleefully accepted the emotional escape that Williams was always willing to provide because life is often hard. And lonely. And full of sadness. It wasn’t until he was gone that we came to realize just how much Robin Williams felt those emotions, too.
Why we loved Robin Willams • Rarely has a performer brought the public more joy—and sorrow
1 Early life • Williams wasn’t always a comedian—but he was an overachiever
2 Open mike • Williams first made his name on the stand-up stage
3 Out of this World • Williams turned a weird sitcom cameo into an iconic star vehicle
4 The movies • It took time—and a few films—for Williams to find the right showcases for his talents
5 Lasting bonds • By all accounts, you were very lucky to count Robin Williams as a friend
6 The ones he loved • Williams never claimed to be the perfect family man—but nothing meant more to him
7 Giving back • Williams believed in paying his good fortune forward
8 Unseen illness • Robin Williams suffered far longer than most people realized
9 The tragedy • No one understood what Williams was going through until it was too late
10 His legacy • Robin Williams will be remembered for his humor—and more
Robin Williams - Laughter, Tears & Tragedy
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