The sudden and shocking death of actor Robin Williams on Aug. 11, 2014, left many grief-stricken and speechless. The man who brought the Genie to life in Disney’s “Aladdin” will be truly missed, and there honestly are no real words that can be said to express the loss.
Still, there were numerous celebrities, actors, sports stars, political figures, and even some Disney Legends that wanted to express their grief and condolences for the loss of Robin Williams. Perhaps, it is in some way, their chance to get the last word on a man that always seemed to have a response to anything and everything.
May we always remember Robin Williams for the way he made us all laugh, the way he made us cry, the way he made us think, and the way he made us wish.
The voice of Disney’s Aladdin:
The voice of Iago:
The singing voice of Jasmine:
The Broadway cast of “Aladdin”:
Robert A. Iger, CEO and Chairman, The Walt Disney Company:
“We’re deeply saddened by the loss of Robin Williams, a wonderfully gifted man who touched our hearts and never failed to make us laugh. An incredible actor and a comedic genius, Robin will always be remembered for bringing some of the world’s favorite characters to life, from his zany alien on ABC’s Mork & Mindy to the irascible genie in Disney’s Aladdin. He was a true Disney Legend, a beloved member of our family, and he will be sorely missed. We join Robin’s friends and fans everywhere in mourning, and offer our thoughts and condolences to his family during this difficult time.”
Michael Eisner, former CEO and Chairman, The Walt Disney Company:
So sad, so missed..Mork, Dead Poets Society, Good Morning Vietnam, Alladin @Disney, @Paramount #RobinWilliams, a talent so amazing,gone
— Michael Eisner (@Michael_Eisner) August 12, 2014
Actor George Takei:
RIP, great soul. We hope your spirit has found peace. pic.twitter.com/xuFDO2qhXp — George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) August 12, 2014
President Barack Obama:
“Robin Williams was an airman, a doctor, a genie, a nanny, a president, a professor, a bangarang Peter Pan, and everything in between. But he was one of a kind. He arrived in our lives as an alien – but he ended up touching every element of the human spirit. He made us laugh. He made us cry. He gave his immeasurable talent freely and generously to those who needed it most – from our troops stationed abroad to the marginalized on our own streets. The Obama family offers our condolences to Robin’s family, his friends, and everyone who found their voice and their verse thanks to Robin Williams.”
