Legendary actor and comedian Robin Williams died Monday of an apparent suicide. He was 63.
The Marin County coroner said in a statement that the death was suspected “to be a suicide due to asphyxia.”
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“Robin Williams passed away this morning. He has been battling severe depression of late,” said the comedian’s spokeswoman Mara Buxbaum. “This is a tragic and sudden loss. The family respectfully asks for their privacy as they grieve during this very difficult time.”
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His wife, Susan Schneider, added: “This morning, I lost my husband and my best friend, while the world lost one of its most beloved artists and beautiful human beings.