Beloved comedian and actor, Robin Williams, has passed away at 63.
Williams was found in his California home, unconscious and not breathing around 12 p.m., USA Today reports. He was pronounced dead shortly after. Although his death is still under investigation, the coroner is suspecting that his death was due to apparent suicide from asphyxiation. Williams had been suffering from depression in recent times, which they believe may have contributed to his death.
The president of William’s PR firm released a statement earlier as a result of the devastating news. "Robin Williams passed away this morning," said Mara Buxbaum. "He has been battling severe depression of late. This is a tragic and sudden loss. The family respectfully asks for their privacy as they grieve during this very difficult time."
A press conference will be held on August 12 at 11 a.m., according to the press release from Marin County Sheriff’s Office Coroner Division.
Word of his death spread through social media like wildfire, drawing an outpouring of tweets and comments, mourning the late actor. Here is a list of some celebrity reactions to his death.
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10. Ralph Macchio
some hit you harder than others... this one has struck deeply - so saddened by this upsetting news. RIP Robin Williams
— Ralph Macchio (@ralphmacchio) August 11, 2014
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9. Kathy Griffin
I met this sweet, generous & brilliant man Robin Williams in 1991. Here we are with HIS idol Jonathan Winters. #RIP pic.twitter.com/ZI4QV5QyuL
— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) August 11, 2014
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8. Monica Raymund
A legend has passed. He is with angels. RIP Robin Williams We Love You #JuilliardFamily
— Monica Raymund (@monicaraymund) August 11, 2014
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7. Lea Thompson
So sad to hear another great is gone..Rest in Peace beautiful @robinwilliams
— Lea Thompson (@LeaKThompson) August 11, 2014
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6. Ellen DeGeneres
I can’t believe the news about Robin Williams. He gave so much to so many people. I’m heartbroken.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) August 11, 2014
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5. Shalyah Evans
My heart doesn't know what to do. Robin Williams.
— Shalyah Evans (@ShalyahEvans) August 11, 2014
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4. Kathie Lee Gifford
So profoundly broken hearted that @robinwilliams will never laugh again. How brilliant was he? Beyond description. #beyond sad
— Kathie Lee Gifford (@KathieLGifford) August 11, 2014
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3. Ray William Johnson
R.I.P. Robin Williams. The man was an inspiration and a really really nice guy. pic.twitter.com/BHw8NG2FEG
— Ray William Johnson (@RayWJ) August 11, 2014
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2. Jim Norton
There is no way Robin Williams could have seen himself the way everyone saw him. What terribly sad and frustrating news.
— Jim Norton (@JimNorton) August 11, 2014
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1. Pierce Gagnon
I will always remember my kind, funny, talented "grandpa". I'm so glad I got to know the amazing Robin Williams. pic.twitter.com/rZcaVckRSG
— Pierce Gagnon (@ThePierceGagnon) August 11, 2014