Actor Robin Williams Found Dead In His Home From Apparent Suicide

Despite numerous past rumours that Robin Williams

Robin Williams was reportedly found dead in his Tiburon, CA, home at age 63. At approximately 11:54 am, August 11, the police received a 911 call reporting that the star was found dead due to asphyxia.

The actor lived in his home with his wife. Exact details are still unknown pertaining to the cause of death and the events surrounding it.

Tributes began pouring in on Twitter straight away

Famously kind, ferociously funny, a genius and a gentle soul. What a loss. #RobinWilliams

— Michael J. Fox (@realmikefox) August 12, 2014

Susan Schneider, Williams’ wife, expressed her great loss.

This morning, I lost my husband and my best friend, while the world lost one of its most beloved artists and beautiful human beings. I am utterly heartbroken.

On behalf of Robin’s family, we are asking for privacy during our time of profound grief. As he is remembered, it is our hope the focus will not be on Robin’s death, but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions.