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Robin Williams: The Hidden Battle Beyond the Laughter
9 May
Summary
- Williams battled severe cocaine and alcohol addiction throughout his career.
- He relapsed in 2003 after 20 years of sobriety.
- An autopsy revealed undiagnosed Lewy Body Dementia caused his struggles.
Before his ascent to Hollywood stardom, Robin Williams achieved fame as a comedian and later starred in "Mork & Mindy." During this period, he grappled with significant cocaine and alcohol addiction, viewing cocaine as a means to slow himself down. He achieved 20 years of sobriety before a relapse occurred in 2003 while he was on location in Alaska.
During his relapse, Williams did not return to cocaine, fearing it would be fatal. He sought professional help, entering rehab in 2006. Two months prior to his passing in 2014, Williams voluntarily entered a treatment center to recommit to overcoming his addictions.
Robin Williams died by suicide on August 11, 2014, at age 63. In his final years, he experienced tremors, anxiety, paranoia, and depression. Post-mortem examination revealed he was suffering from undiagnosed Diffuse Lewy Body Dementia, which contributed to his health issues.
