Robin McLaurin Williams (July 21, 1951 – August 11, 2014)
Williams was an actor and comedian. Known for his
improvisational skills and the wide variety of characters
he created on the spur of the moment and portrayed on
film, in dramas and comedies alike.
He is regarded as one of the greatest comedians of all
time receiving numerous accolades including an Academy
Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, six Golden Globe
Awards, five Grammy Awards, and two Screen Actors
Guild Awards. Williams was awarded the Cecil B. DeMille
Award in 2005.