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Official statement on the passing of Robin Williams from The Walt Disney Company
Award-winning actor Robin Williams passed away yesterday morning at his home in Northern California. He was 63.
The Walt Disney Company released a statement on Williams’ passing written by chairman and CEO Bob Iger:
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.
Drawing by Eric Goldberg, supervising animator of Genie from Disney’s “Aladdin”
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DisneyExaminer sends their deepest condolences to the Williams family.
We’re happy you’re free, Genie. We’ll never have a friend like you!
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