As fans around the world marked Robin Williams’ birthday yesterday, the comic’s son shared a touching tribute to his late father.
Uploaded to Twitter on what would have been his dad’s 72nd birthday, Zak Williams spoke about the actor’s ‘mischievous grin’.
It comes nearly a decade after the Jumanji actor’s sudden passing in 2014.
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The touching tweet was accompanied by a photo of Williams in Good Morning Vietnam, showing the iconic smile his son spoke about.
In the caption, Zak wrote: “Happy 72nd Dad! Was remembering how much I used to love that look you’d give.”
He continued: “That look with a mischievous, loving grin that your friends and loved ones knew so well.
“Joyous and curious and wondrous. Miss you and love you forever!”
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Despite the tragic circumstances around the post, it’s quickly gone viral, with over three million views on the social media platform.
Among those who read the tweet, many shared kind messages with Zak, including actor Ben Stiller who left a simple blue heart.
Meanwhile, others spoke about meeting with Williams before his untimely passing, with users recalling how wonderful the actor was to be around.
One comment read: “I was able to hang out with him a couple of times and he was so kind and sincere.”
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They added: “He cared so much about everyone around him. May we all find that sense of wonder. Sending love your way.”
Some users also left comments about how the actor’s impressive career had an impact on them as youngsters.
“As a child when he played Mork on TV it was a wonderful happy escape for a vey dark time in my childhood,” added another.
The tweet ended: “A man truly cherished by many. As a young father me and the kids loved singing Arabian Knights in the car.”
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A third wrote: “So loved your Dad! Was just watching Blubber with my 7 Y.o. Grandson yesterday and telling him what an awesome actor and humanitarian your Dad was!”
Williams is deeply missed by fans, with his previous work encompassing everything from kids' films like Aladdin to taut emotional dramas like Dead Poets Society and Good Will Hunting.
As part of Disney’s 100th-anniversary celebrations, fans will be able to see previously unreleased footage of the A-Lister as Genie in a new animation.
The short clip will also have Frozen’s Olaf and will be shown at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France.
Topics: TV and Film, Celebrity, Twitter
Katherine Sidnell