Robin Williams passed away today.

I don't know if this is real quite yet, but several news sites are reporting that Robin Williams was found dead in his room this morning. Apparently he had been battling severe depression, and while it hasn't been confirmed to be suicide, things are looking that way.

This shocked the hell out of me, I loved the hell outta this guy, even if his latest roles left a lot to be desired. Hearing that he passed away leaves me feeling sad, despite never knowing him. I wish the best of luck to his family and loved ones in their time of mourning.

BBC Article.

BBC did an article on it, so I guess that confirms it. Wow.

This is quite a surprise.

What a bummer. He was a funny dude. RIP

My instinct is to not believe this, but... fuck. I hope this is all an elaborate hoax. This guy is such a huge part of my childhood.

Ugh.

Holy Shit!!

Seems people are reporting it on Yahoo and CNN as well

It's real. Marin county Sherriff stated that an investigation is taking place and has been confirmed by his publicist.

Fuck man. What a gut punch. I really really hope it wasn't suicide. I mean I really hope he wouldn't kill himself if for nothing else his daughter's sake. Its tragic that the men and women that bring us so much laughter are anything but happy on the inside. :(

I heard it on a stream on twitch, first reaction was "pssh, dumb twitch chat again", until someone posted a link, so I checked a different website ...and yea.

... :(

Fuck everything.

I just heard it in Marvel Heroes chat. Unfortunately true.

This is tragic. I love Robin Williams.

Whoa...that freakin' sucks. Didn't see that coming.

Fucking heartbreaking :(

Same year my dad died Robin Williams gives up the ghost.

Sucky year is sucky.

RIP I still love your stuff, Robin! Fuck the haters.

This is beyond awful. I can't even believe it. He was a fucking genius, man...way too soon. RIP Mr. Williams.

Dude made a lot of movies that made me laugh a lot. Words aren't worth much now but thanks Mr. Williams, rest in peace and thanks for the happiness you afforded me.

Right in the childhood. :'(

Yeah, such a bummer. RIP

This is very sad news. My thoughts go out to his family.

the fuck? this seemed like the last thing possible. had no idea he was dealing with this. RIP.

:((((((((((((

I can't express how sad this makes me. May he always be remembered for the joy he brought to others, myself included. Rest in peace.

He's been pretty open about dealing with drugs, depression and that shit all his life. Man, RIP.

Wow... This fucking weekend man.

It's confirmed. NBC just reported it on television. Damn.

This is so heartbreaking and out of nowhere. Robin Williams was one of the funniest fuckers around. :(

Man, that came out of nowhere, that stinks, he is one of those guys you imagine sticking around for forever like Morgan Freeman, like no matter how old he gets he is just... there. Phooey.

Damn, just, damn. Celebrity deaths rarely hit me but this one actually hurts.

Sometimes words mean nothing.

:'( That's shit. Robin Williams was fantastic. RIP.

@cale said:

We don't have the full story yet, asphyxiation could've been due to another cause outside of suicide

This is awful. Jumanji was a huge part of my childhood and The Birdcage is easily one of my favorite movies of all time. These back-to-back years have just been the damn worst. It's really sad to hear that someone who always looks so joyful and constantly makes people happy can be so sad on the inside. RIP.

As a guy who suffered through some really bad depression in the past, hearing this hits me real hard.

:(

oowhaaaaaaaaaaaa?! ='(

Well, shit. I got a text from one of my mates telling me, thought he was making a sick joke, really wish that were the case.

I didn't see this coming. :/

Also, i think his CBS show The Crazy Ones had gotten canceled recently. Just wow..

Maan :(

Easily one of my favourite actors during my childhood. This really sucks.

Probably one of the best movie scenes ever. Crazy..

what the fuck... =(

I can't tell you how many times I watched Jumanji and Hook as a kid.

This is really sad news, I loved the guy's work. I rewatched Jumanji a few weeks ago after Drew brought it up in a Quick Look too.

Feels bad man.

It's not fair that Robin Williams can be depressed.

I've suffered with severe depression... I know how it feels. Please... please get help. We will miss Robin Williams.

RIP Robin Williams. You always made me laugh and put a smile on my face. Possibly my favorite moment in life.

I haven't been this sad since Jonathan Winters passed away. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Fuck :(

I have so many fond memories of the shit he's been in... jumanji, good will hunting, mork and mindy, and even what I saw of his stand-up.

R.I.P. Robin.

Like a lot comedians, RW has battled demons from the start of his career and even most recently. And as we have seen, a lot in our lives, demons win. I was really young when i first saw Mork and Mindy, but it was watching his HBO stand up special, A night at The Met, i knew this guy was awesome. Surprised yes, but not shocked.