It’s hard to think that one of the greatest comedians the world has ever known has been gone for almost ten years. 63-year-old Robin Williams, a beloved actor, passed away in August 2014 from Lewy body dementia.
His passing astounded the entire globe, including his devoted followers who remembered the numerous occasions the actor left an enduring impression on film and in their hearts.
In July 21, he would have turned 71. Williams had a unique presence—a gifted actor with such soul that he could simultaneously make audiences laugh out loud and cry.
Susan Williams, the comedian’s widow, spoke up about her husband’s passing and the true reason for it in the hopes that it might be helpful to others dealing with the same ailment her husband had been battling.
Williams spent a weekend doing activities his wife liked just before he passed away, displaying his true, compassionate side.
‘On Saturday, we indulged in all of our favorite activities throughout the day and into the evening.
It was like one continuous date. I sensed that he was getting better by Sunday night.’ He never did, though.
‘Robin did not pass away from depression. One of, maybe, 50 symptoms was depression, and it was a minor one’ She spoke to PEOPLE.
Susan noted that her husband’s illness was like having a ‘terrorist inside his brain.’ ‘Robin was conscious of the fact that he was becoming crazy. Can you fathom the suffering he went through as he saw himself fall apart?
‘She contributed to Neurology. ‘And not from anything he would ever recognize or comprehend? No amount of knowledge or love could stop it; neither he nor anybody else could.’ The bereaved widow sought to spread knowledge about LBD in order to save more lives.
She described the actor’s final words as follows: ‘Goodnight, my love,’ my husband said to me as we typically did before going to bed, and he waited for my regular response of ‘Goodnight, my love.’
Even now, his words continue to ring in my ears. On August 11th, Robin vanished. Time has never worked the same for me since Robin left. My quest for purpose has spread like an unstoppable spring into almost all facets of my life, even the most routine.
The Aladdin actor took part in a Q&A on the social media platform Reddit in 2013, a year before his passing. He stated to CNN that he thought the key to life was ‘friends and family.’
And a decent pet. Pugs are the epitome of true loyalty, and anyone going through a difficult period should ‘reach out to pals.’ They are present. And be aware of your love.’
Rest In Peace Mister Williams