Jewish Celebrities Mourn Robin Williams

Robin Williams was my childhood. From “Mrs. Doubtfire” to “Hook,” to “Aladdin,” to “Jumanji,” I can’t even keep track of all the moments of glee and laughter that he bestowed on countless of fans. Since hearing about his apparent suicide at the age of 63 last night, I still catch myself remembering snippets of dialogue, fleeting scenes that cause a rush of warm memories.
And I’m far from alone. It’s been extremely moving to read the rush of tributes and responses to Williams. Here are some of the best from Jewish celebrities whose lives — like mine, and so many others — he touched:
One of all time greatest. Will be missed. ;( http://t.co/HzgBrdlWsH
— ADAM LAMBERT (@adamlambert) August 12, 2014
I wish Robin peace from whatever unrest raged within him and much more than gratitude for all the joy he gave us and leaves behind.
— Carrie Fisher (@carrieffisher) August 12, 2014
Devastating news about @robinwilliams — knew him a little and liked him a whole lot more. A brain wired like no other and so so kind.
— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry) August 12, 2014
Found out on set & watching old clips now before bed. Robin. I’ve always laughed with you, been inspired by you & will miss you dearly…
— Dianna Agron (@DiannaAgron) August 12, 2014
No words.
— Billy Crystal (@BillyCrystal) August 12, 2014
#RobinWilliams was simply the World’s most beloved comedian since Chaplin.
— Rob Schneider (@RobSchneider) August 12, 2014
The loss of a legend is staggering. RIP Robin Williams.
— MichelleTrachtenberg (@RealMichelleT) August 12, 2014
The loss of the creative genius that was Robin Williams. Thanks @[email protected] for your tribute.
— Judy Blume (@judyblume) August 12, 2014
.@robinwilliams will always be my hero. We lost a beautiful soul today. RIP pic.twitter.com/nbXlGbOYdU
— Zac Efron (@ZacEfron) August 12, 2014
My heart is broken to lose one of my all time favorite entertainers today! To think of all the amazing… http://t.co/qC5Bou12bG
— Melissa Joan Hart (@MelissaJoanHart) August 12, 2014
We hav lost 1 of th mst amzing comedy entertainers tht evr lived. My heartfelt condolences 2 th #RobinWilliams family pic.twitter.com/a6NNwGm9Yd
— The Real Paula Abdul (@PaulaAbdul) August 12, 2014
And because they don’t really tweet, this message represents all the Stillers (Jerry, Anne and Amy) who Robin was a great friend to. xxxxx
— Ben Stiller (@RedHourBen) August 12, 2014
Robin Williams, bless your memory. We have lost a true legend.
— Mayim Bialik (@missmayim) August 12, 2014
So heartbreaking to hear the terribly sad news about the amazing Robin Williams, thank you for bringing so much laughter and joy to us all.
— Lea Michele (@msleamichele) August 12, 2014
Love to Robin Williams http://t.co/adOQ7KW8iV
— James Franco (@JamesFrancoTV) August 12, 2014
So sad and shocked to hear the news about Robin Williams.
— Jon Favreau (@Jon_Favreau) August 12, 2014
Just shared a moment of silence on the set for Robin Williams, a man who brought so much laughter, joy and healing to so many.
— Lena Dunham (@lenadunham) August 12, 2014
“o captain! my captain! rise up and hear the bells. rise up – for you the flag is flung – for you the… http://t.co/XMC8YlHTZe
— Zachary Quinto (@ZacharyQuinto) August 12, 2014
my father took me to see Robin Willaims do an improve set. Never seen anything like it, he was a spirit like no other. Will never forget him
— Jeremy Piven (@jeremypiven) August 12, 2014
And most heartbreaking:
Genie, you’re free. pic.twitter.com/WjA9QuuldD
— The Academy (@TheAcademy) August 12, 2014
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