- Source of Wealth: Film, Television
- Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Height: 5′ 7″ (1.70 m)
- Weight: 170 lbs (77 kg )
- Marital Status: Widowed (Susan Schneider)
- Full Name: Robin McLaurin Williams
- Nationality: American
- Date of Birth: July 21, 1951
- Ethnicity: English, Welsh, Irish, Scottish, German, French
- Occupation: Actor, Comedian
- Education: Claremont McKenna College
- Children: 3 (Zelda Rae, Zachary Pym, Cody Alan)
A well known actor and comedian, Robin Williams was best recognized for the diverse roles he played since the 1980s. Born on July 21, 1951 as Robin McLaurin Williams in Chicago Illinois, Robin Williams’ acting career instantly rose to fame after playing the role of alien Mork in the series Mork & Mindy. In 2012, this American actor was estimated to be worth $50 million.
As an actor, his most notable film projects included Happy Feet, World’s Greatest Dad, Shrink, Old Dogs, Happy Feet 2, The Big Wedding, Look of Love, Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, Night at the Museum, Man of the Year, The Aristocrats, and Stage Left: A Story of Theater in the Bay Area. In 2013, this 61-year old American actor is expected to appear on The Angriest Man in Brooklyn and The Butler as Dwight Eisenhower. On TV, Robin Williams is noted for his appearances on shows like American Idol, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Pentagon Channel commercial, Curiosity, Wilfred, and Louie.
Robin Williams was married to Susan Schneider until his death in August 11, 2014. He had three children named Zelda, Zachary and Cody. He was found dead in his California home. Initial and final reports claimed that he committed suicide, and died due to asphyxiation.