US actor Robin Williams found dead, aged 63, in apparent suicide, California police say.
Marin County Police said they had found Williams unresponsive after responding to an emergency call around noon local time.
Williams was famous for films such as Good Morning Vietnam and Dead Poet’s Society.
“At this time, the Sheriff’s Office Coroner Division suspects the death to be a suicide due to asphyxia, but a comprehensive investigation must be completed before a final determination is made,” police said in a statement.
He had been open in the past about his struggles with alcohol and drugs.
The Reactions on Twitter
I can't believe my lovely friend is gone. My heart goes out to his wife and his beloved children. He brought us so much joy and laughter.
— Eric Idle (@EricIdle) August 11, 2014
Robin Williams has died and I am very sad. From every comedian here at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, we salute him & we say goodbye
— Eddie Izzard (@eddieizzard) August 11, 2014
Robin Williams is gone. I loved him. Incredibly talented performer. Wonderfully sweet and generous person. Heartbreaking news. So sad.
— Jonathan Ross (@wossy) August 11, 2014
My heart is in literal pain over the hurt the family of Robin Williams must be suffering right now, and the hurt he must have been in too.
— Perez Hilton (@PerezHilton) August 11, 2014
Rest in peace Robin Williams.
Nanu Nanu. Shazbot.— Chris Moyles (@ChrisMoyles) August 11, 2014
Robin Williams. Wow. RIP. We live in a weird world.
— Giorgio A. Tsoukalos (@Tsoukalos) 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 (@EllenDeGeneres) August 11, 2014
In a statement, Williams’ wife, Susan Schneider, said she was “utterly heartbroken“.
“On behalf of Robin’s family, we are asking for privacy during our time of profound grief. As he is remembered, it is our hope the focus will not be on Robin’s death, but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions.”
Robin Williams’ last tweet was to his daughter celebrating her 25th birthday.
https://twitter.com/robinwilliams/status/494989879340584960
Farewell Mr Williams, you have brought so much laughter in to our lives. Our thoughts are with the family and close friends at this tragic time.
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