Robin Williams is known to many moviegoers as a great comedian. However, in his filmography there are a lot of dramatic films. This is Peter Pan, who aged, but could not become an adult. This is a robot that has strong and tender feelings for its mistress. This is the father who changed into a woman to see his children. This is a loving husband who, for the sake of his wife, was not afraid to go down to hell. The roles that were masterfully played by Robin Williams will forever remain the standard of art.
The ingenious actor was born on July 21. This event happened in 1951 in Chicago. His father was a successful Ford manager and his mother was a former famous model. In addition to him, the family already had four children from previous marriages. In connection with the activities of the father, the family often had to move. Little Robin was struggling to get used to moving and constantly changing conditions.
Wealth and noble origin did not bring him happiness. The boy felt lonely and grew very withdrawn. This was also facilitated by its excessive completeness. He even had to visit a psychologist.
But over time, everything has changed. In 1963, the family of the future actor decided to move to Detroit. There, the father acquired a huge mansion. Robin enrolled in a private school. The first academic successes appeared. Robin was elected class president. Natural wit and innate artistry helped overcome complexes and teenage shyness. The young man became one of the most popular at school. After her graduation, the boy entered the Claremont College for Men at the Department of Political Science. But he failed to become a diplomat.
Williams' whole life changed radically when he became a member of a theater studio. All productions with his participation were held with great success. Robin decided to part with political science and study acting. In 1973, he entered the Juilliard School of the Arts in New York. One of Robin's new friends here was Christopher Reeve.
In the same room he lived with Kevin Conroy. Such an environment contributed to the further development of his talent. During his studies, Robin often performed in nightclubs with humorous programs. As a result, the producers noticed him and began to offer roles. So began a brilliant acting career.
Personal life
Robin Williams married several times. His first wife was the model Valeria Vilardi. The marriage with her was concluded in 1978. Relations lasted 10 years. From marriage, the actor left his son Zakaria Tim.
The second wife was the nanny of his son Marsha Graces. In this union, the daughter of Zelda and the son of Cowley Alan appeared. The couple created a joint film company, which later released the famous painting "Mrs. Doutfire." But in 2008, Robin and Marsha broke up. The reason for the unsuccessful family life was Robin's addiction to alcohol and drugs, which appeared along with incredible popularity.
After the second divorce, Robin was treated for a long time for depression and alcohol dependence, which he could no longer cope on his own. In 2011, he entered into a third marriage with designer Susan Schneider. Williams hoped that the new family would save him from severe depression, but this did not happen.
