Sally Field fondly remembered Robin Williams on the 10th anniversary of his passing, describing him as a 'very sensitive and intuitive' soul. Field shared a touching anecdote about Williams' kindness during the filming of 'Mrs. Doubtfire.' When Field received the news of her father's passing while on set, Williams immediately noticed her distress and arranged for her to leave the set to deal with the situation.
Field expressed her gratitude for Williams' compassion, noting that he made sure filming continued smoothly in her absence. She emphasized that Williams' caring and intuitive nature was a side of him that many people were not aware of.
Field also praised Williams for his talent and the unique energy he brought to their work on 'Mrs. Doubtfire,' crediting him for bringing the character of Mrs. Doubtfire to life in a way that exceeded expectations.
The movie's director, Chris Columbus, also shared his memories of working with Williams on the film. Columbus highlighted Williams' remarkable ability to connect with everyone on set, from crew members to production assistants, making them feel valued and creating a positive atmosphere.
Robin Williams tragically passed away on August 11, 2014, from suicide. The autopsy report confirmed that his death was a result of asphyxia due to hanging and revealed that he had been battling diffuse Lewy body dementia.
Recently, Williams' eldest son, Zak, paid tribute to his father on what would have been his 73rd birthday, expressing his gratitude for the joy and hope his father brought to the world and sharing the impact Williams had on others during difficult times.
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