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Robin McLaurin Williams 1951 - 2014

Robin Mclaurin Williams of Paradise Cay, Marin County, California United States was born on July 21, 1951 at St Lukes Hospital in Chicago, Cook County, IL to Robert Fitzgerald Williams and Laura McLaurin Williams. He married Valerie Anne Velardi on June 4, 1978 in San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA and they later divorced on December 6, 1988 in San Francisco. They had a child Zachary Pym Williams. He also married Marsha (Garces) Williams on April 30, 1989 in San Francisco, San Francisco County and they later divorced in 2010 in San Francisco. They had children Zelda Rae Williams and Cody Alan Williams. He and Susan Marie Schneider married on October 22, 2011 at Meadowood Resort 900 Meadowood Ln, in St Helena, and they were married until death separated them on August 11, 2014 in Paradise Cay, Marin County. Robin Williams died at age 63 years old on August 11, 2014 at at home in Paradise City, Marin County, CA, and was buried on August 12, 2014 at Ashes scattered in the San Francisco Bay.

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  • Introduction

    Robin McLaurin Williams was born to Robert Fitgerald Williams and Laurie "Punky" McLaurin Smith at St Luke’s Hospital in Chicago Illinois. He had two older half-brothers. He described himself as a quiet child and that he overcame his shyness in high school when he got involved with the drama club. Robin Williams is best remembered for bringing his comedy and quick wit to television and films. His credits on film and television are numerous, his talent and wit in concert legendary. See a partial list of his credits at Robin Williams Filmography Robin's first memorable character was "Mork" on the television show "Mork and Mindy". He said that he was thrilled when comedian Jonathan Winters joined the cast as their son, since Jonathan was a comedic hero of his. That made sense, since they both used a stream of consciousness approach to their humor. They both also suffered from depression.
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    1951

    Birthday

    July 21, 1951
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    St Lukes Hospital in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois United States
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  • Ethnicity & Family History

    Robin was Caucasian.

  • Nationality & Locations

    Robin Williams was born in St. Lukes Hospital in Chicago. He was a longtime resident of San Francisco and lived in the exclusive Sea Cliff neighborhood. He had homes in Paradise Bay Tiburon, and owned Villa Sorris in the Mayacama Mountains between Napa and Sonoma. Robin passed away in Paradise City California.

  • Early Life & Education

    Robin graduated from Redwood High School in Larkspur, California, and Julliard School in New York.

  • Professional Career

    Robin was an entertainer. His career began as a comedian but he played so many various roles in television and film demonstrating his ability to act almost any part. He was a famous comedian, celebrity, and actor.

  • Personal Life & Family

    Robin was married 3 times and had three children.
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    2014

    Death

    August 11, 2014
    Death date
    Suicide via asphyxia due to hanging
    Cause of death
    at home in Paradise City, Marin County, California 94920, United States
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    2014

    Gravesite & Burial

    August 12, 2014
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    Ashes scattered in the San Francisco Bay in California United States
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Robin Williams backstage at the Comedy store
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Robin Williams backstage at the Comedy store
Great photo showing his personality backstage while at work at the Comedy Store in 1977.
Date & Place: at The Comedy Store 8433 Sunset Blvd, in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California 90069, United States
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Robin McLaurin Williams
Montage by Robert Dockery.
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Robin Williams as Mork from Ork
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08/24/2011
Robin Williams as Mork from Ork
Famous actor and comedian Robin Williams playing his popular role as Mork (from Ork) on the 1970's television show "Mork and Mindy".

Robin McLaurim William has won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, two Emmy Awards, four Golden Globes, two Screen Actors Guild Awards and five Grammy Awards.
Date & Place: in Hollywood, California USA
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08/11/2014
RIP: We'll all miss you Robin Williams. Thank you for all of the laughs! Shown here is Robin Williams playing Mork in the 1970's television show Mork and Mindy.
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08/24/2011
Mork from Ork!
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Robin Williams
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Robin Williams
Robin McLaurin Williams, born July 21st, 1951, is a famous comedian and movie star. This photo of a young Robin Williams was taken around 1978.

Of course Robin Williams is known for his work on Mork and Mindy, Good Will Hunting, Hook, Awakenings, What Dreams May Come, and a ton more films in addition to his standup comedy routines.
Date & Place: in Hollywood, California USA
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Robin Williams Redwood High School
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Robin Williams Redwood High School
The Redwood High School yearbook photo of Robin Williams.
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Robin Williams as a child
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Robin Williams as a child
Seven year old Robin Williams with his mother Laura McLaurin taken in Chicago.
Date & Place: in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois United States
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Marriage

Valerie Anne Velardi

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Robin McLaurin Williams

June 4, 1978
Marriage date
San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA United States
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Divorce
Cause of Separation
December 6, 1988
Divorce date
San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA United States
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Robin McLaurin Williams
Robin McLaurin Williams Jul 21, 1951 - Aug 11, 2014
Valerie Anne Velardi
Valerie Anne Velardi born May 25, 1950
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Zachary Pym Williams
Zachary Pym Williams born Apr 11, 1983
Marriage

Marsha (Garces) Williams

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Robin McLaurin Williams

April 30, 1989
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San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA United States
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Divorce
Cause of Separation
2010
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San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA United States
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Robin McLaurin Williams
Robin McLaurin Williams Jul 21, 1951 - Aug 11, 2014
Marsha (Garces) Williams
Marsha (Garces) Williams born Jun 18, 1956
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Zelda Rae Williams
Zelda Rae Williams born Jul 31, 1989
Cody Alan Williams
Cody Alan Williams born Nov 25, 1991
Marriage

Susan Marie Schneider

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Robin McLaurin Williams

October 22, 2011
Marriage date
Meadowood Resort 900 Meadowood Ln St Helena, CA United States
Marriage location
death
Cause of Separation
Paradise Cay, Marin County, CA, 94920 United States
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Robin McLaurin Williams Jul 21, 1951 - Aug 11, 2014
Susan Marie Schneider
Susan Marie Schneider born Jan 24, 1964
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Christopher Reeve Sep 25, 1952 - Oct 10, 2004 New York, New York
Christopher Reeve of New York, New York County, NY was born on September 25, 1952, and died at age 52 years old on October 10, 2004.
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Williams, Emily (Born Sep 29, 1914) Williams, Myrtle (Born Sep 10, 1889) Downing/williams, Fannie (Born Jul 28, 1869) Crooks, Elsie (Jul 18, 1895 - Nov 7, 1971) Semken, Rosemary (Nov 26, 1921 - Jul 16, 1994) Williams, Mary (Apr 20, 1862 - Nov 11, 1930) Williams, John (Born May 13, 1867) Williams, Alma Nee (Born Jun 21, 1900) Williams, June (Born Jun 9, 1923) Williams, Richard (Oct 11, 1897 - Jul 29, 1963)
Crow, Dora (Born Nov 1895) Williams, Bertha (Born Apr 21, 1921) Williams, Elizabeth (Born Sep 1839) Hulsey, Jessie (Feb 17, 1901 - Feb 22, 1920) Williams, Burl Edgar (Born Mar 16, 1871) Williams, Colbert (Apr 10, 1896 - Dec 1976) Williams, Cosby (Born Sep 17, 1898) Williams, Bonzie (Born 1901) Williams, Susan (Born Apr 23, 1875) Williams, Lucille (Born Feb 17, 1894)
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