Posted on 08/09/2006 12:40:08 PM PDT by Abathar
Acclaimed actor-comedian Robin Williams has checked himself into rehab to battle alcoholism.
According to "Access Hollywood," Williams' publicist announced the actor's decision to seek treatment.
"After 20 years of sobriety, Robin Williams found himself drinking again and has decided to take proactive measures to deal with this for his own well-being and the well-being of his family. He asks that you respect his and his family's privacy during this time. He looks forward to returning to work this fall to support his upcoming film releases."
No further details were made available.
Williams made his mark on the television sitcom "Mork and Mindy" before starring in a string of hit feature films, including "Good Morning, Vietnam," "Aladdin," "Mrs. Doubtfire" and "Dead Poets Society."
He won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in 1998 for the drama "Good Will Hunting."
Williams' recent roles include the hit family comedies "Robots" and "RV." He also starred in the thriller "The Night Listener" over the weekend, but the film faired poorly at the box office, opening in 10th place.
Did he say something bad about Jews?
Wasn't he set up as guardian to the Reeve's child?
Nobody has more talent than he does. Nobody.
"found himself drinking again"
Did he just stumble upon himself, or did someone tell him where to find himself?
I agree completely, he really is the best.
A Limo Lib with a drinking problem - who would have guessed?
Not intending to invite flames, but I can't think of a single Williams movie or show (except possibly Goodwill Hunting) that I enjoyed. I guess I don't get his humor.
Nobody has more talent than he does. Nobody.
Yeah just ask him to me he is a johnny one note
I bet he regrets making those comments about Rush's oxy addiction now.
Best wishes from me as well
I wish him well. He seems like a decent guy. He's a good actor. I can't stand his humor though. If he's on Leno or another show, I have to change the channel. Too wild, almost as if he took a fistful of speed.
He's been doing the Mork and Mindy thing since forever. I am bored by him myself.
What is funny is when other comedians imitate him. Many do and it isn't difficult fwiw.
I doubt it. Even though William's comedy is nothing more than the rantings of a coke-fiend.
I don't care for his work, but I hope he recovers quickly and fully.
Maybe when they clean out his system they can clean out his potty mouth as well.............
There are some who see parallels between his approach and that of Jonathan Winters.
BTW, 2004's Comic Book: The Movie reunited Winters with Sid Caesar (I think the scene was improvised).
Ok, I accept your characterization. So is he a good comedian, or a good actor? He can't be both.
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