10 Things You May Not Know About Robin Williams

Robin Williams was born in Chicago, Illinois, on July 21, 1951,

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He attended the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied drama alongside Christopher Reeve.

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Williams began his career as a stand-up comedian in San Francisco in the 1970s

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He first rose to fame playing the alien Mork in the TV series "Mork & Mindy," which ran from 1978 to 1982.

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Williams won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the 1997 film "Good Will Hunting."

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He was a prolific actor, appearing in more than 70 films over the course of his career

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Williams struggled with substance abuse throughout his life and sought treatment for addiction several times.

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He was a dedicated philanthropist and supported numerous charities throughout his life

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Williams was an avid cyclist and often rode his bike for miles around the San Francisco Bay Area.

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He tragically took his own life on August 11, 2014, at the age of 63, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest entertainers of his generation.

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