Fairchild Ignored Agent for Robin Williams' Genius

Morgan Fairchild recounted how she disregarded her agent's advice against appearing on 'Mork & Mindy.' Her agent urged her to decline the role because it was a recurring guest spot and the pay was less than her usual rate. However, Fairchild was already convinced of Robin Williams' genius after seeing his performance on 'Happy Days.'

Fairchild's intuition led her to accept the role, and she quickly found herself in sync with Williams' unique comedic style. During their scenes on 'Mork & Mindy,' she matched his improvisational energy, surprising him and earning his praise. She considered working with Williams, whom she described as a kind and gentle spirit, a true pleasure.

Williams, who gained stardom on 'Mork & Mindy,' played an alien observing human life in Boulder, Colorado, with Mindy McConnell. Fairchild's character, Susan Taylor, was Mindy's frenemy. The show, a spin-off of 'Happy Days,' was a significant hit for ABC.