Photos Remembering the Many Faces of Robin Williams
Growing up in the ‘80s and ’90s meant you were contemporary to Robin Williams, and that's a feeling that you can't replicate. Knowing you could be surprised by a Robin Williams cameo while watching a TV show was priceless, and waiting for his next movie was full of excitement. You couldn't possibly know if the movie was going to be good, but you knew he was going to give his all, and that usually made movies great.
But he wasn't just a king of comedy. He played unforgettable parts in powerful dramas, he created iconic characters, and he was a deeply caring human being. He also left hours and hours of unused material from his Aladdin recordings playing the Genie, among many other wholesome anecdotes. He could make you laugh, he could make you cry, and he could make you do both at the same time like it was nothing.
So, here are some photos remembering the many faces of Robin Williams.
Mork
Before going on to star in successful comedies and dramas, Robin Williams conquered TV with his role in Mork & Mindy.
Oscar Winner
He was nominated for Oscars for Good Morning, Vietnam and Dead Poets Society, but won his only one for Good Will Hunting in 1998.
Special Victims Unit
Did you know he guest-starred in Law & Order SVU?
Fashion Icon
He never wore the same thing twice and had a great sense of style.
Popeye
He never cared about looking goofy or ridiculous.
Moustached
This look didn't last long, but there was nothing that would look bad on him.
Jumanji
What year is it?
True Fashion Icon
He knew how to dress, but some looks felt like he wasn't even thinking. Either way, he couldn't look bad. He just couldn't.
Guy Fieri Fan
Next stop, Flavortown!
Cool Kid
Robin Williams was rarely still during interviews or red carpets. All eyes were on him for doing goofy stuff and funny faces.
Friends
He joined Billy Crystal in an episode of Friends, where many other popular actors guest-starred.
Fit Guy
He could even be funny just with his clothes.
Striped Suit
There was no other like him.
Dancer
He didn't say no to anything, except maybe following scripts when he felt there was something better he could do.
Colorful Outfits
All heads turned when Robin Williams entered a room.
King of Comedy
He was accused of stealing a lot of jokes during his stand-up career, but there was no moment where he wasn't doing something funny.
Mrs. Doubtfire
Watching the movie now can be a lot different than back then.
With Crystal
This is one of the last known pictures of Robin Williams, alongside his Night at the Museum co-star.
Sunglasses On
He looks better than you in those.
One Hour Photo
His presence was magnetic, whether he was making goofy jokes or playing a dramatic role.
