19 actors we lost way too soon

8) ⁠Robin Williams

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Robin Williams died in 2014, leaving the world reeling in shock. He was gifted as both a comedian and an actor, rich in nuances and depth. His roles in Mrs. Doubtfire (1993), Good Will Hunting (1997), and Dead Poets Society (1989) brought him international acclaim and several awards, among them an Academy Award. The public never knew about Williams' battle with Lewy body dementia until after his death. But his fight, as with the other struggles in life, made the brightest personalities seem even brighter.

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