Prepare to embark on a laughter-filled journey as we pay tribute to the incomparable Robin Williams and unravel 20 remarkable facts about his extraordinary life and career. From his lightning-fast wit to his boundless energy, Robin Williams left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment and touched the hearts of millions. In this heartfelt article, we’ll explore his versatile talents, delve into his memorable roles, and uncover the lesser-known facets of his fascinating personality. So, grab a seat, brace yourself for a rollercoaster of emotions, and join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of a comedic genius who will forever shine in our hearts. Let’s dive into the kaleidoscopic world of Robin Williams!
1-5 Fun Facts About Robin Williams
1. Robin Williams, born Robin McLaurin Williams, was born in Chicago on July 21, 1951, to parents Laurie McLaurin and Robert Fitzgerald Williams.
2. In school, he earned the titles of “Most Humorous” and “Least likely to succeed” through a student vote.
3. Before gracing the silver screen, Robin Williams honed his comedic skills as a street mime.
4. When Robin agreed to voice the Genie in Disney’s Aladdin, he had some conditions – no marketing using his name or image, and his character’s presence on advertising artwork not exceeding 25%. But alas, Disney broke both promises, wanting to ensure box office success.
5. Robin Williams’s improvisation skills were out of this world. During the recording sessions for Genie’s voice in Aladdin, he improvised so much that they ended up with a staggering 16 hours of material.
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6. Believe it or not, Robin Williams was paid a mere $75,000 for his iconic role as the Genie, despite the film grossing over $200 million domestically. However, as a token of gratitude, Disney later sent him a late Picasso painting. Not too shabby!
7. Even in serious times, Robin couldn’t resist spreading laughter. While filming “Schindler’s List,” Steven Spielberg put him on speaker phone to cheer up the cast and crew – a true comedic lifeline.
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8. Following Christopher Reeve’s injury, Robin Williams surprised him in the intensive care unit, dressed in full scrubs, claiming to be a proctologist and joking about performing a rectal exam. Reeve later revealed that this was the first time he had laughed since the accident, providing a glimmer of hope during a difficult time.
9. In the movie “Good Will Hunting,” Robin Williams spontaneously delivered the final line and the memorable scene where he talks about his wife farting in bed. This impromptu humor from Williams resulted in Matt Damon’s uncontrollable laughter during the scene.
10. Brace yourself for this one! During his appearance on “Inside the Actor’s Studio,” Robin was so outrageously funny that an audience member laughed so hard that he got hernia!
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11. Can you imagine Robin Williams as the lead in “The Shining”? Well, it almost happened! But after witnessing his brilliantly crazy performance in Mork & Mindy, the iconic director Stanley Kubrick deemed him too psychotic for the role. Quite the compliment, isn’t it?
12. Mork & Mindy became a playground for Robin’s improvisational genius. He ad-libbed so much and so well that the producers eventually gave up on sticking to the script and intentionally left gaps in later scripts, simply writing, “Mork can go off here,” so Robin could work his comedic magic.
13. During the filming of Mrs. Doubtfire, Robin Williams decided to fully immerse himself in the character’s believability by going incognito as Mrs. Doubtfire into an adult bookstore, successfully making a purchase without being recognized.
14. Fate has a strange sense of timing. On the night Robin Williams’ death was announced to the UK on BBC News, BBC Three had just aired a Family Guy episode where Peter Griffin becomes Robin Williams, thanks to a lightning strike granting him the power to turn others into Robin too.
15. Robin Williams was a devoted fan of the “Legend of Zelda” video game series, having played the first game since its release in 1986. He admired it so much that he named his daughter Zelda, after the iconic character. Both Robin and Zelda appeared together in a commercial for The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword in 2011.
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16. Robin Williams received critical acclaim and won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Sean Maguire in the film “Good Will Hunting.”
17. Behind the laughter, Robin battled with depression throughout his life. In 2014, the world was shocked when he took his own life, leaving a void.
18. Interestingly, Williams had a fondness for donuts, making them his favorite food.
19. Robin Williams received numerous accolades throughout his career, including two Emmy Awards, two Screen Actors Guild awards, six Golden Globe Awards, and five Grammy Awards, amassing a considerable net worth of $50 million.
20. Unfortunately, Robin Williams struggled with drug addiction during his early years in the entertainment industry, which continued to plague him for more than two decades. It was his third wife who informed the world of his passing due to suicide at their San Francisco home.
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