A Tribute to Robin Williams

Today I woke up to news that truly saddened me. As I'm sure most people are now aware it was announced last night/this morning that the acting legend Robin Williams  has sadly passed away. 

Throughout my childhood, my teenage years and now in my early twenties I have always had the same feelings of admiration for the actor. He was hilarious, fun and silly yet could also expertly portray serious and touching roles - which takes a truly huge amount of talent. Even as I grew up I always knew Williams was someone I'd love to get to know.

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I honestly believe that without watching Williams' films -  Hook, Jumanji, Aladdin, Flubber, and Night at The Museum to name just a few - that I would have been missing out on something amazing. In fact, I would happily argue that if you don't/haven't watched his films then you 100% are missing out! There's no doubt about it.

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Obviously I didn't know the actor personally, but when someone is in the public eye and has an influence on you growing up it's hard not to feel sentimentally about that person. I believe this is why the news has had such an saddening effect on everyone. Williams brought people joy through film and television in such a way that they felt connected to him. This means that the news of his death has left us all feeling like there's part of us missing. The same way we'd feel if we'd lost someone close. 

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I know I usually write up-beat posts but today I felt it was fitting to write a post as my personal tribute to the actor. Williams is someone who, even as I grow-up, will always have a place close to my heart and I will always remember him with such joy. I hope one day I can share his films, laughter and love with a family of my own.  

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In addition to this, if you didn't know it is thought that Williams took his life after a long battle with depression. Therefore I feel it is so important for me to say that if you, or someone you know, is suffering with with depression or any other type of mental health issues, please talk to someone. Even if you just think there may be a small something. If you or someone else is feeling low, out of character, anxious etc. There is no shame in it at all. We're all only human. I'll link the samaritans website here along with their contact number 08457 90 90 90 which is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (UK number but there are plenty of services available internationally). 

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My thoughts are with Robin's family, friends and the millions of fans worldwide. A truly amazing man, taken too soon. He will continue to live on through his films. Wherever he is, I'm sure he's smiling. 

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Robin Williams. 

21st July 1951 - 11th August 2014. 

Gone but never forgotten. 

Rest In Peace. 

xxx