The tragic death of actor comedian Robin Williams has caught the world off guard. For someone that seemed to have it all in every area of life, his quiet struggle with depression would be the Academy Award winner's downfall.
Kind words and displays of love have poured out from contemporaries and fans alike. His death has also reinvigorated a concern over people with severe depression, regardless of their economic status. If this tragedy can happen to a superstar, then it certainly can happen to people with less resources than Mr. Williams had.
But life goes on, and the remembrance of Williams has sent shockwaves through the Hollywood community. The death of the beloved comic caught everyone by surprise, leaving the industry in a state of flux trying to process its grief for the universally liked Williams. Love has poured out from all walks of life, with touching and heartfelt tributes pouring out.
In honor of Williams passing and his iconic role as the genie from "Aladdin," Disney will air the classic animated film across several of their networks over the weekend. The 1992 animated film, which featured Williams as the voice of the beloved Genie, will air on Saturday at 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Disney. Additionally, the film will air at 11 a.m., 6 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. on Disney XD on Sunday. On Monday, it will air at 11 a.m. on Disney Junior.
In this very difficult time, people are trying to make sense of the terrible tragedy that took Robin Williams' life. At the very least, fans and personal friends can enjoy Williams' work and what made him such a unique star. We can take comfort in looking at the life he lived and not the tragic way he died.
