Open Thread: RIP, Robin Williams; Gary Sinise Remembers His USO Work for Troops

August 11th, 2014 8:16 PM

Actor and comedian Robin Williams has died, apparently of a suicide. His publicist notes that the Academy Award-winner had battled severe depression of late. He was 63.

Among others reacting to the sad news via Twitter, fellow actor and USO tour compatriot Gary Sinise fondly remembered Williams for [h]is genius as artist & comedian" as well as his support of R troops" which "no doubt was much appreciated by all who serve." Hear, hear, Lt. Dan. Share your favorite memories and your condolences in the comments section.