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As ardently as we fans might have loved Robin Williams, it appears that his colleagues, costars, and friends adored him a dozen times over. In the wake of the actor’s tragic death, those who’ve worked with Williams in the past are taking to Twitter to express their sadness over the news as well as their appreciation for the man and his gifts for comedy and kindess alike:
Harvey Fierstein, Mrs. Doubtfire
A favorite moment with Robin: Flying on private jet role playing. I was Charo and he was Cugat’s chiuahuha. Oh, how we laughed.
— Harvey Fierstein (@HarveyFierstein) August 12, 2014
Robin was friend, boss, brother, inspiration… His generosity & intelligence knew no limits. Only his home planet could destroy him.
— Harvey Fierstein (@HarveyFierstein) August 12, 2014
Forest Whitaker, Good Morning, Vietnam
U touched our lives U touched our hearts U gave us laughter n joy U’r a beautiful soul U will be missed Our love to the family RIP Robin W.
— Forest Whitaker (@ForestWhitaker) August 12, 2014
Casey Affleck, Good Will Hunting
@robinwilliams was a kind and brilliant man. A great light has gone out.
— Casey Affleck (@CaseyAffleck) August 11, 2014
Juliette Lewis, The Fisher King
That kind of goodness of spirit doesnt ever die. You can all on its embrace at any moment. #RobinWilliams http://t.co/XOOsmKOyZ8
— Juliette Lewis (@JulietteLewis) August 12, 2014
Sarah Michelle Gellar, The Crazy Ones
— Sarah Michelle (@RealSMG) August 12, 2014
Hank Azaria, The Birdcage
What I’ll remember about Robin most was his genuine kindness and love of people. On set and off.
— Hank Azaria (@HankAzaria) August 12, 2014
Jennifer Lopez, Jack
Sad, sad, day… My condolences to Robin’s family. He brought light to every room he entered & was a true comedic genius. #RIPRW
— Jennifer Lopez (@JLo) August 12, 2014
David Alan Grier, Jumanji
Rest in Peace Robin Williams. I had the honor and joy of working with him. I miss him already…
— David Alan Grier (@davidalangrier) August 11, 2014
Ben Stiller, Night at the Museum
A tweet cannot begin to describe the hugeness of Robin Williams heart and soul and talent. This is so sad. #RobinWilliams
— Ben Stiller (@RedHourBen) August 12, 2014
OK, I’ll try. I met him when I was 13 and a huge fan and he was so kind and I watched him be kind to every fan i ever saw him with…
— Ben Stiller (@RedHourBen) August 12, 2014
And with other actors he was so generous and brilliant. He made everyone feel special and equal around him even though he was the genius…
— Ben Stiller (@RedHourBen) August 12, 2014
His heart was so big and even if you didn’t know him, what he gave everyone was that same spirit in his work, so we all felt it…
— Ben Stiller (@RedHourBen) August 12, 2014
His impact on the world was so positive. He did so much good for people. He made me and so many people laugh so hard for a very long time.
— Ben Stiller (@RedHourBen) 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
Cole Hauser, Good Will Hunting
We lost a great entertainer today, but more importantly a wonderful man. U will be missed my friend. Sleep with the angeles. @robinwilliams
— Cole Hauser (@colehauser) August 12, 2014
Henry Winkler, Happy Days
Robin Williams was like no other ..To watch him create on the spot was a privilege to behold.. Robin you are an angel now !!! REST IN PEACE
— Henry Winkler (@hwinkler4real) August 11, 2014
Ron Howard, Happy Days
We lost Robin…1st witnessed his genius as he created Mork B4 our eyes in 2 hrs on set. A Force. A Sweet Soul. A Brilliant Artist. RIP
— Ron Howard (@RealRonHoward) August 12, 2014
Danny DeVito, Death to Smoochy
Heartbroken
— Danny DeVito (@DannyDeVito) August 12, 2014
Cheryl Hines, RV
He was one of my favorite people. #RobinWilliams pic.twitter.com/APxbRxrYGw
— Cheryl Hines (@CherylHines) August 12, 2014
