“Beloved actor Robin Williams was found dead on Monday, police reported.

“He was 63.

“The apparent cause of death was suicide by asphyxiation, authorities said. According to his publicist, Williams had been battling severe depression.

“Williams was best known for his starring roles in classic comedies like Mrs. Doubtfire, Good Morning, Vietnam and Jumanji, but also in dramas like Dead Poets Society.

“He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Dr. Sean Maguire in Good Will Hunting.

“He rose to fame while playing Mork the alien in the TV show Mork & Mindy, a Happy Days spinoff. “

- HuffingtonPost