Jimmy Pays Tribute to Robin Williams

Jimmy celebrates the life and comic genius of Robin Williams and shows archive footage of his first Tonight Show appearance with then-host Johnny Carson.
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Jimmy Pays Tribute to Robin Williams
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[@FunGal1691]

Robin was not one in a million, or even a billion. He was just one. Nobody will ever compare to the brilliance that was his comedy or the kindness of his heart,nobody.

[@rosepaquet4889]

**Potter Prefect

[@FunGal1691]

Rose Paquet what?

[@gxfan039]

:'( I miss him

[@smokejc]

+Potter Perfect Technically, everyone's just one.

[@274Byron]

+smokejc When people say, you're one in a million, they mean that, if there were a million people, no one could replace him or what he did. An average Joe, his work and his contributions can be replicated by anyone. So, to call Robin Williams"one', he means that what Robin Williams has given us, what he has done, can be replicated by no one, to which I second.

[@iHeartsNostalgiaPit]

for a brief second Robin came back and possessed Jimmy

[@allwolves1113]

loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooool

[@endriasy3807]

Lol. The impersonation was spot on!

[@tekonena]

I may sometimes despise Jimmy, but that impersonation was really, really good.

[@isfj1009]

Jimmy's standing tribute was the best referenced farewell salute. Chokes me up.

[@JadesOfGrey]

what is he referencing

[@joacobernal446]

thedreadedzero the society of the dead poets

[@rhiannonthrasher7747]

O Captain, My Captain!

[@KeeBay30]

Dead Poet's Society

[@Grey_witch88]

Yes

[@Weebs82589]

Oh Captain, My Captain you will be missed! RIP Robin Williams.

[@---ff8qv]

That Made me just cry sooo much... o captain, my captain

[@chemicalxbeauty]

That one got me 💔

[@Muckduckly]

❤

[@salonofre7857]

thank you boys.

[@FallouFitness_NattyEdition]

Out of all the celebrity deaths that I have witnessed over the years. None of them have affected me as much as Robin Williams. How could you not love the guy? Wherever he is, I hope he is finally at peace.

[@FallouFitness_NattyEdition]

***** Either way man, I"m just expressing how I feel. No need to be a jerk about it.

[@dsanchez0913]

I completely agree with you. my heart broke and seeing his films are so difficult. he was a DAMN GENIUS!

[@416Raps]

+AVET87 And Michael Jackson.

[@jumpspaceftw670]

Michael Jackson affected me more.

[@FunGal1691]

+JumpSpace FTW no, robin was defiantly the worst for me. He was actually the only celebrity who'se death affected me. Michael was great, but he did not touch people's hearts the way Robin did. He did not make people feel the way Robin did, nobody could do that besides Robin.

[@McLeanAmy]

Heartbreaking. "Carpe diem. Seize the day, boys. Make your lives extraordinary." - Robin Williams as John Keating, Dead Poets Society, 1989.

[@Heyitsjuni97]

The movie, and him in it, is freaking perfect

[@McLeanAmy]

Heyitsjuni97 I couldn't agree more. x

[@dwjackson1953]

Heyitsjuni97

[@mandad1930]

Dwight Jackson

[@JONITHEBILL]

:'(... one of the best genius ever... legendary actor, thanks oh captain my captain...

[@katiecotton4895]

When Jimmy stood on the desk and said o captain my captain you will be missed I got the goosebumps. RIP Robin Williams

[@nguyensolomon2762]

Hi Katie, how are you

[@Allagi22]

Jimmy said it right. He wasn't just funny, HE WAS FAST. Quick as quicksilver with his jokes it was unbelievable. Top 5 American comics of all time include Robin and the best would agree. Not to mention his acting was wonderful, so good in fact he won an oscar. Top that.

[@tecup4446]

ahepperl The Flash is faster than Quicksilver

[@felicityedwards1306]

My grandfather always says "I may not have thought he was very funny, but I was always impressed with how quickly he could make a joke. The man was very talented. "

[@oosthakker]

Everyone gets faster on the right drugs

[@RoxMeNot]

Awesome Robin Williams impression by Jimmy there! He got the voice down and everything!

[@heidos7]

Best tribute to him I've seen so far. You can tell Jimmy is really devastated, he was close to tears in the beginning. Robin touched a lot of lives.

[@EvelynRobinson22]

I agree...even though I may be a bit biased because I'm a big fan of Jimmy's too. So much emotion though, you really can tell how upset Jimmy was

[@BiancaBurgio]

Robin was the only person in the "cinema world" that I truly loved and respected with all my heart. He was incredibly humble, genuine and kind. I won't ever be over the fact that he is not here anymore.

[@ericandy88]

He died on my 34th birthday (August 11, 2014). Celebrating it has never been the same again.

[@jordangroff8978]

Bianca Burgio same here. The only celebrity that I cried over, still bothers me to this day...you're really beautiful btw ; )

[@legendomai]

Omg you look soo cute:)

[@smokejc]

@@legendomai stop.

[@smokejc]

@@jsmithers. you'll never lose your virginity acting like this, John.

[@wardahsamad7072]

the sight of jimmy almost crying made me cry....

[@gesslar]

Jimmy Fallon breaking up at the front almost broke me. Then the end. The feels. Tagging Sean Badoud to give him some feels.

[@JamiJohnson]

#tear

[@Aphelion819]

I teared up when he did. It sucks to lose someone who made people laugh for a living. Comedians are beautiful people.

[@gesslar]

1985 Charles Barkley he was replying to me, it's OK. :)

[@chinmaykayande1880]

It is rare that I will tear up, but i almost teared up when jimmy was about to

[@commander392]

Oh my god, Jimmy sounds just like Robin

[@baboom007]

+commander392 He is Robin

[@jondavis2790]

+commander392 His impression's usually a little better than this, but he was choked up.

[@commander392]

Emilyiscool Robin's in a league of his own, he's one of a kind, no one can ever replace him

[@jimhammond8104]

jimmy fallon sounds like anybody he wants too. better than rich little. check out jimmy fallon and neil young singing together it's unbelievable. also hi david bowie is spot on.

[@BostonRedSoxForever]

+Jon Davis Yes, he was. Very obviously.

[@mackagan321]

Really sounds like Jimmy was about to cry. now, I cry

[@southernoregoncatmom6519]

Mr.Monkeyman -It really did!

[@CK-sn2lg]

He was about to cry.

[@TheWarDog11]

Jimmy did a SPOT ON impression.

[@anonymousdude8747]

I know right? That was beautiful

[@AB-rx1lp]

you cant not watch this without having a smile on your face

[@Hannesgamemaster10]

A smile in my Face and a tear in my eye

[@AB-rx1lp]

Hannesgamemaster10 exactly

[@juliacraig6756]

Exactly

[@johnnybambam141]

i didnt even finnish the video. so no.

[@L00NGB00W]

I agree with your sentiment, but that's a double negative.

[@Cinemabuff97]

Jimmy Fallon does a great Robin Williams impression. And that last part of the video, where he stands on the table, and says, "Oh captain, my captain, you will be missed" was perfect. Rest peacefully, Robin Williams.

[@arizonatsunami]

It still hurts as much today as it did on Aug 11, 2014.

[@gxfan039]

Same with Michael Jackson, Alan Rickman, David Bowie, and many more

[@lucaskambeitz3380]

Same with David Bowie, Michael Jackson, Prince, Alan Rickman, Christopher Lee, Leonard Nimoy, Phillip Seymour Hoffman, Chris Farley, Paul Walker, Muhammad Ali, Heath Ledger, Wes Craven, Patrick Swayze, Charlton Heston, and Jimmy Stewart.

[@n0stalgiic659]

+Lucas Kambeitz I'm Fucking sad about the deaths of Alan Rickman Muhammad Ali but all the rest were Strange but they were all VERY nice people but I didn't like them even tho they were all very Sweet people.

[@n0stalgiic659]

And Chris Farley. He was my fav!

[@gxfan039]

Agreed. :(

[@gsamalot]

Oh captain my captain!

[@IntellegentMoron]

Robin williams isnt dead. Hes hiding in the jungle waiting for someone to roll a 5 or an 8

[@avelyn-mariecabatu1550]

you stole that from a video lol

[@Bitcorns]

lol that comment was amazing

[@angelicaplummer6127]

so sweet

[@MadameLucario]

JUMANJI! Ah! Oh my gosh! :D

[@madisonfredericks1228]

Intellegent Moron aw :”) 💔❤️

[@AlainBruno]

Robin Williams was my favorite comedian actor :( I love all his movies. I'm really sad he passed away. RIP!!

[@xmynationalanthemx]

This makes me cry. My heart broke when I heard of his death. I grew up watching all of his movies and I cannot tell you how many countless times he made me laugh or put a smile on my face. It's so unbelievably sad that a man who gave such joy to so many millions of people was battling something very dark and depressing. I hope and pray that Robin is at peace now. He will always be remembered!

[@nguyensolomon2762]

Hi Jenna, how are you doing

[@jamiegolden6776]

I agree His last 5 years were awfully tormenting for him He had such a huge heart and only wanted to make ppl feel joy and when his brain turned against him he kept so much to himself He must have felt horribly lonely We all will love and miss you forever Mr. Williams but you will live on forever on film and in all of our hearts Rest in sweet peace

[@FunnyVideoMaker77]

"He was the Muhammad Ali of comedy." And now we've lost Muhammad Ali too...a testament to his (Ali's) legacy is the fact that his name literally became synonymous with "the greatest." And Robin Williams certainly was "the greatest" of comedy, bar none. All these legends are dropping like flies. Ali, Williams, Prince, David Bowie, etc.

[@gxfan039]

Don't forget Rickman(Snape)

[@yeti9268]

NEW YORK SPORTS FAN don't forget to put Freddie Mercury on There,Steve Jobs, Micheal Jackson,on the top ones and also Ali and Williams and prince sounds much better

[@habier.6317]

Whaha Steve Jobs what a fucking joke.

[@ajnode]

Are all your legends entertainers and sportspeople? Why don't you care about scientists, engineers, freedom fighters and legislators that actually help to restructure society to be better?

[@ATalkingBadger]

ajnode you're weird dude. He can look up to whoever he wants. Besides, he said "etc." which is his way of saying "and more but too many to list", not "and that's it."

[@IBinatree]

I hate that people call it the "cowards way out", you have to be very brave to take ones own life, The fear of the unknown in death is quite scary.

[@cometcooties]

***** Fuck you. Leave the planet.

[@einarabelc5]

***** Liberty only when is convenient, right? Is none of your business, so leave it alone, ok? Now go live YOUR life. I hope you have a nice one.

[@Kayray99]

The fact that they feel as if it's their only way out is so saddening.

[@makdavian3567]

No

[@makdavian3567]

Explain that to his daughter, explain that to his son, explain that to his wife. He might be well loved but the decision to check out from life was not good in any matrix of measurement.

[@ulyssesruiz7967]

At the beggining you can see jimmy wanted to cry so bad, and thats whats so sad about his death. You know you lived a good life you can make a grown man cry because of your death. Robin was one of the best, funniest, and most nicest people ever. And even though this is a shitty and dark world, he was one of the few who made it less sucky and brought joy to mother earth. Something not just anyone can do. Im Tearing up because i grew up with his stuff. and i wish he could of lived more, just alittle more so that he could see This world being a better place and how he was one of the ones who were the cause of it: Rest in peace Rob's

[@thad156]

yes I know why couldn't some one of stopped him at the last minute

[@suzeeqew]

Nick Murray i had seen,on tmz i think,that he waited until his wife left the house,and he was alone at the time :(

[@thad156]

suzeeqew sad

[@ADNJgaming]

"Oh Captain, My Captain" We'll miss you R.I.P. Robin Williams

[@AlfonsoV13]

Pause it as 1:56, idk why but there's something about that image that looks beautiful

[@Dianimations_]

i know what you mean

[@RetrofanFilms]

D Ramo I just now paused it there, and I see what you mean.

[@Gregatron27]

If they make a movie about his life - which they should - that'll be the poster.

[@ghjkkdkdlzzw4862]

IKR? When I saw that shot, I immediately thought that it should be featured in a documentary about him. You know, while the narrator is saying something like "The people loved him" they play that shot in slow motion...

[@brandongiles7240]

I hope that’s something like what he saw when he entered heaven. He deserved it. (If you don’t believe in heaven, that’s fine but please don’t be a jackass about it)

[@emmadownes4620]

Guys. Robin Williams isn't dead. He's waiting in the jungle waiting for someone to roll a 5 or 8

[@gladecornelius]

Well when we hear jungle drums we will let you know. lol

[@ajallen9674]

No he's not! He's in his itty bitty living space!

[@Ryukai12]

Nice meme steal :p

[@MrDumpitout]

*POINTS FINGERS* Aaaayyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!

[@TheForestFamily]

that was the sweetest

[@ThemeParkHD]

O Captain, My Captain. You will be missed!

[@johnschewerer1313]

It's already 8 months of when he died and I still can't believe and process in my mind that he's gone ;(

[@joeyesguerra1825]

***** Along with severe depression and alcoholism, the breaking point for him was that he was diagnosed with early stage Parkinson's disease.

[@KensionXX]

Joey Esguerra Actually what broke him was the dementia that he nor anyone else knew he had. They found out during the autopsy that he was suffering with it which caused a lot of the paranoia. Paranoia can make your brain rationalize suicide and other things and well we see what happens.

[@TheRisenSoldier]

I keep coming back to this video. This, honestly, is the moment that made me respect and enjoy Jimmy even more.

[@lilwhit32]

The end when he stood on the desk and said "O Captain my captain...you will be missed" I just broke down. He affected people on such an emotional scale and I don't think anyone realised it. Even if you hadn't watched any of his films/stand-up/shows in ages, you still knew exactly who he was and the smile he put on your face. Then as soon as he passed away it hit like a bombshell. Such a sad sad loss. But lets not dwell on the misery, rather explore the happiness that a single man had given to our hearts. RIP Robin, we ain't never had a friend like you.

[@UmmHeyish]

I completely agree, I didn't realise how much his death would affect me. The strange thing is, I was thinking about him around the probable time of his death. I was thinking about his inside the actors studio interview and how much he made me smile. Someone else put it so perfectly, that it doesn't feel like the celebrity Robin Williams died, but your cool "Uncle Robin" died. I am crying writing this and I just can't believe that he's gone it just feels like comedy in the world won't be the same again. O Captain, my Captain, thank you so much.

[@theasshole7383]

For those saying did we know him personally. No. He was funny and a great actor .Bringing joy to people. He was part of many people childhood. We don't need to know him personally to feel sad about his passing.

[@FrankValchiria]

what a force of nature. i keep coming back watching those old clips. they feel me with joy

[@ashleyayala535]

My heart is just going off at seeing Jimmy cry and then at the end where he stood up on it. I miss Robin so much.

[@DeutscherKuchen]

WHO DISLIKES THIS?

[@homestar9]

Heroes are remembered but legends never die

[@jamesmkgaaal8833]

You're killin me smalls

[@TheSheeplesChamp]

Follow your heat, kid, and you'll never go wrong.

[@Kaff231]

Robin was the kind of person who would light up a room the moment he walked in. He brought so much happiness, laughter and smiles to people in the end I wish he could have brought that to himself. Robin you will be greatly missed :_(

[@JeraldFTW]

This just made my cry again... Robin was my childhood...

[@eileenobrien2678]

Am not a Fallon/Tonight Show fan, but I heard about his tribute to RW & wanted to see it for myself. I was impressed at how Fallon spoke of RW, and it was obvious that he was feeling very emotional. But at the end, when he stood on the desk and did the "Captain, my Captain" quote from "Dead Poets Society," I felt tears running down my cheeks. Fallon is a class act, as was the late Robin Williams.

[@darkinstinctful123]

Lets Remember him as the man he would want us to remember him by. Lets remember him for all the times he made us laugh.

[@SuperLoveLexi]

Such a sweet tribute. Love Jimmy's impression of Robin and Robin's standup was insanely awesome

[@danicao5010]

That was the 1st time I actually cried about a celebrity dying. Robin Williams was such a huge part of my childhood and growing up. He starred in so many of my favorite movies. A true comedic legend and his dramatic roles were pretty awesome too. Sad to think how a lot of comedians use their humor to hide their pain. Wherever you are Robin, I hope that you have found peace. R I.P

[@nguyensolomon2762]

Hi Danica, how are you doing today

[@1981icemonkey]

I don't care what others say. ....He was a good man.....A man who lifted the hearts from young to old....through his acts. For that....I salute him. Rest in peace Mr Williams.

[@yunga-twofiveosixo4262]

Im ten he is my 3rd favorite actor

[@yunga-twofiveosixo4262]

Mozzarella Mobster ps Great speech

[@CrazeAnimations8]

Mozzarella Mobster kid talks to his self

[@yunga-twofiveosixo4262]

CrazeAnimations8 I was talking to Vinceswaren

[@AmandaMuse]

Beautiful, Jimmy. He will be greatly missed.

[@ike_of_the_greil_mercenari465]

Over two years without the genius. He is still missed.

[@johnsonthierry]

No words because words are insufficient to honor Robin Williams. Only standing ovations, tears, smile and laughing

[@nointro]

That was an incredible Robin Williams impersonation! Robin himself would've been moved by what Jimmy said and... With tears in his eyes. He obviously cared for Robin and will actually, truly miss him. I appreciate the sincerity, unlike what you've been getting from most news reports or other show hosts on the subject.

[@AnneLiesveld]

I would bet Jimmy has more of a chance to have a connection to Robin than "xyz interview correspondent" on CNN. Yes I know it was a decision that altered lives in a grizzly way but to say he wasn't thinking that isn't clear and more than that doesn't change history no matter how much you try

[@zuimulitalo9008]

Agree!!

[@prankfiles]

He was an inspiration for me and many others. He will be missed but not forgotten.

[@ChapmaniacPictures]

Keep revisiting this video just to hear the amount of sadness and respect in Jimmy's choke at the very start of this. If Jimmy's struggling, Robin truly must have been something else.

[@alexanderjennings5749]

I couldn’t stop laughing when the lights came on and he says “BELIEVE!!!”, so quick, a natural genius.

[@RickxDogg]

why is every one calling him coward?he didnt want to live so he took his own life now he is at peace! he didnt hurt anyone he just wanted to end his misery its sad but let him rest in peace.

[@projectbaum]

What about the family he left behind? His wife, and his two children? The millions who loved him as fans? Are they not hurt by his decision? Perhaps cowardly is not the best descriptor, but it is most certainly selfish and in the overwhelming majority of cases the suboptimal choice. It's the worst decision anyone can make, but it's no reason to disrespect the dead. He was certainly a great man and he will be sorely missed.

[@RickxDogg]

he's been fighting this for years and he finally couldnt take it anymore. his family will be fine they'll get though this just like other famliys do.

[@cjdarapper2194]

I would never quote or say that because's if there's really is a hell he's isn't at peace since suiciders go to there and if there isn't well, he isn't really at anything

[@johncahill3849]

Cordy Coleman sure, but of all the possibilities of an afterlife (which alone is a stretch)…"hell" is not exactly likely

[@droctogonapus1223]

He is not a coward but please don't rationalize suicide

[@KingofMGS]

My most favorite Robin William's moments are Flubber, Mrs. Doubtfire, Night at the Museum, Jack, and his appearances on Whose Line is it Anyway, PURE 24k GOLD

[@Diva380]

Man, I almost forgot about Jack. That was a great and unusual film. I haven't seen it in over a decade, though.

[@eazyl3135]

Has nobody seen old dogs!!!

[@sallysmith4700]

EAZYL 313 HAS NOBODY SEEN JUAMNJI. favourite childhood movie. R.I.P

[@Diva380]

Sally Smith UGH, my younger sister was (still is) OBSESSED with that movie. She watched it so much that it's one of the few Robin Williams movies I don't care to see EVER see again, lol. But Jack, Mrs. Doubtfire, Good Will Hunting... yeah, I'll be renting those soon.

[@KellyOKellyComedy]

I watched The Bird Cage last weekend. SO Funny. Even better now that I live in San Francisco and am old enough to get the jokes.

[@deniseeberle4347]

Been watching his interviews and stand up routines all day, finally hit that he is gone. We will never see another like him. We miss you Robin Williams. May you rest in peace and in the arms of angels. x

[@deniseeberle4347]

I'd love for them to release the 16 hours worth of taping they did for Good Morning Vietnam. They let him loose in the studio and picked out parts they used in the movie. For Aladdin there is 23 hours worth of grafting material.

[@buckosoft]

+Denise Eberle The pitch for Aladdin was they animated one of Robin's stream of consciousness standups as the genie and presented that to the execs.

[@yoelkric5105]

I watched this more than 30 times since the past year, I have to tell you this is the best tribute that was given to my hero on TV

[@Nnamz]

I can't stand the youtube comments system format. Why are all the negative asshole comments with 15 trollish likes ALWAYS the ones at the top, and the supportive thoughtful comments with 300 likes always buried under them?

[@Jibbie49]

Because negatives stir up many more emotions and get much attention. The computer is set to count negatives and give them the top place.

[@Morningstaaaar]

AMEN

[@Fuckoffgoogle25]

because google decided that instead of actually improving youtube, they would rather force google + down our throats which required gutting the old, elegant comment system.

[@elysebuehrer4155]

Exactly! Sharing your grief here!

[@elizabethharper5526]

cspj12 Agreed! But yeah, he will be missed! His acting and humor touched many, many lives.

[@jennabob2]

Jesus Christ, people. Let him mourn how he sees fit. He's not trying to take the spotlight. He's paying homage with his impressions. Get off your high horses.

[@EvelynRobinson22]

Unfortunately there will always be haters :( that's the internet for you! Jimmy is such a kind-hearted person, I can't believe so many still think he's fake! I wouldn't be surprised if Jimmy broke down in the commercial break...even in the monologue he looked a little 'misty eyed'

[@full-metal_jacob5858]

"Impersonation is said to be the highest form of flattery"

[@full-metal_jacob5858]

Your a low horse... one of those teacup ponies. Your not fast and little girls want to brush you. That was mean, I apologize...

[@jennabob2]

***** Sweet grammar, brah.

[@nguyensolomon2762]

Hi 😌, how are you doing

[@dianaquick8883]

It's been 8 years and it still hurts.

[@GamingFanactic911]

Almost 9 years but yeah it hurts❤❤❤

[@calebbacci1742]

I can’t heal over his death, almost 10 years, and I’m still in pain over his passing. I miss him 😭

[@ozkanpolat3710]

Oh captain my captain you will be miss..

[@velvetjuzzy]

With all the bad stuff going on in the world today its very sad to see one of the good guys leave us. RIP Robin. x

[@JPumpkinKing]

Probably the BEST tribute to Robin I've seen. Imitation is the greatest form of flattery, and Robing would have LOVED Jimmy's impression. Plus, the standing on the desk at the end was a FANTASTIC way to end it. Those who have seen the movie, know how right that was! Good show Jimmy! Keep it going!

[@squeegeemcgee]

"Japanese people are going 'wheeoo' - WOAH. . . BELIEVE!" genius

[@Oly1y]

+Frank Brunetti 1:48

[@smokejc]

I think he was poking fun of televangelists.

[@squeegeemcgee]

Frank Brunetti I interpreted it as a joke on the light appearing, like it was heavenly.

[@wongIgnow]

One of the few people in the world I actually shed a tear for after they had passed. Thanks for all the fantastic memories sir.

[@TheMijify]

Am I the only one who just can't believe Robin is dead? Like I know he is, but yet right now he feels more alive than ever. Idk, just my weird opinion.

[@MusikIsmIdrug]

I feel exactly the same way!

[@gueyshart5476]

MusikIsmIdrug I still can't get the idea that he's gone out of my head :(

[@Crazyhiena]

You're not the only one... my brain still hasn't processed the information... it's like he's has been *always* there... and I'm pretty sure to say he will always be there.

[@meganculhane5351]

Agreed, I have never cried over a celebrities death but this one got me.

[@rogersgirl10]

You're not alone. His death is hard to accept and it's almost as though we're all going to wake up from a sick dream and everything will be back to the way it was before Monday. The way it should be. I pray that his soul is finally at peace and he is smiling again. Smiling on the inside and over everyone he loved and touched in some way.

[@rodneyj.hrobarjr.6628]

Much respect to Jimmy Fallon for his handling and tribute to Robin Williams!! He completely proves night in and night out why he replaced Jay Leno!! Carry on Jimmy.........

[@snowraymond1678]

Very nice tribute

[@DulcetFox]

Very concisely and eloquently put Jimmy.That is also one of the roles I loved the most that he performed. Rest in peace, Oh captain, my captain.

[@centralfloridaenthusiast7254]

theres only 3 celebs who have passed that really hit me in my core. robin williams, allan rickmen and david bowie.. those really got me.. the ending to night at the museum 3 never fails to bring a tear. same story with snaps backstory reveal and life on mars. 2016 is a really shitty year...

[@ohheyitsjana]

This made me full on cry, Jimmy. Absolutely loved this heartfelt tribute.

[@xander7ful]

That was a very sweet tribute. Maybe the impression was untimely, but it came from his heart. He meant well.

[@curiouszig]

Why would you say it was "untimely?" I thought it was spot on, and I laughed. I thought it was super sweet. I must have not seen something you saw in the impression.

[@Roysorb]

The point I got out of it was "I loved this man, I've watched him, and been inspired by him like comedic scripture to a point where I can recite what he created. Because it is worth reciting." Ever heard of imitation is the sincerest form of flattery? Christ.

[@AnneLiesveld]

Ryan Strange I also loved that he used "youtube" as a verb to "youtube his old stuff" along with Seth Meyers talking about watching tv shows of his old sketches in Blockbusters. :) loL

[@wasabi1787]

"Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery"

[@mariacastellano3142]

En

[@USMAltarBoy]

A good and respectful farewell.

[@ivovsky]

i'm suddenly missing Robin today, which is weird since I've never met him. But he's in my heart... I've grown up with him... and at this moment in time... the world misses him, and is in need of someone like him. Rest always in peace, Robin. Hopefully, shining in one brilliant star above

[@bangbutton8322]

He was very loved by his family and wife. He had suspected bipolar disorder, depression and severe alcoholism. He had been into treatment centers for these problems many times. He used to talk about the sound of his alcohol bottle jangling around as he walked down the street to go have another night of binge drinking. Behind his eyes, there lay a sad man who self-medicated. Life is truly ironic in that sense... that a man who brought so much joy was really so depressed inside. He did not take his life, his mental illness's did (metaphorically). :-(

[@phattymo3296]

Yep

[@SiggyMe]

He gave so much away of himself to others that he ran out of that magic for himself, and his depression was patiently waiting and it finally got it moment and now he is gone.

[@l.r.mckenzie4832]

Perhaps Robin Williams' tragic death will open up more dialogs about the terrible disease that is depression. Maybe some of the stigma will be removed. Maybe his death won't be in vain.

[@Someblokefrom91]

Oh Captain, My Captain. We miss you!!

[@impossibrugirl2640]

You never know what you've got til it's gone... I miss this man beyond belief.

[@AleahKCH]

Bravo, Jimmy. I don't have the words to describe how truly meaningful this was. All I can say is Bravo, Jimmy.

[@starblursd]

I cant believe how disrespectful all of these comments are.. makes me sick

[@avantill]

So Sad ! What a Guy, EVERYBODY loved Him, including Myself, R.I.P. There will never be another like Him .

[@mayapeplow7225]

Do you know how hard he tried not to cry as hard as he could. He was just trying to be funny so he could distract himself from crying

[@alexciraco4302]

It’s understandable by the way jimmy does look like a sensitive person and it’s shocking

[@LoveOnTheInsidex3]

@@alexciraco4302 still is and I agree

[@TJ_mx]

Actually made me shed some tears. Choked me up seeing Jimmy nearly breaking down.

[@allergictochestnuts]

jimmy's such a nice guy, great tribute to the greatest comedian. rip mr williams

[@artie]

Loved the standing on the desk tribute... tears as I saw Jimmy Fallon proudly says... "Oh Captain, My Captain you will be missed" and he will indeed.

[@SteveMunguia]

I truly miss Robin Williams

[@SIRsmackzALOT]

"Thou hast forced me to wear designer jeans for no reason!" Definitely mid-summer night's dream.

[@Magma9567]

I was named after a character in that.

[@TheSonycyber]

Magma9567 Wait Magma9567 was in mid-summer nights's dream?

[@Magma9567]

Joshua Nitin Yes... Yes I was.

[@CourtneySchiffert]

In 11th grade English our teacher had us watch Dead Poets Society. The movie made an impression on us and we decided to wait until one of the last days of class to surprise our amazing teacher. Around 10 something I was to stand up on my desk and have everyone follow suit and then say, "O Captain, my Captain" together. She got emotional, we got emotional, and the end of this clip got me emotional all over again. R.I.P. Robin Williams. You were a great man and you will most certainly be missed.

[@Milly75]

1yr Robin Williams, never forgotton

[@UnohanaMash]

“Oh captain my captain…you will be missed.” these words will never not hurt and impress me at the same time

[@divaj.2924]

Man... When Jimmy stood and said "O Captain, my Captain! You will be missed!" Just...right in the feels. I remember that movie. ;3;

[@rchalifo3]

Fallon is a D-bag... it was smarmy horseshit ... really hatin him lately.

[@divaj.2924]

I wouldn't know, don't watch him much. I just saw that SNL made a tribute to Robin WIlliams and wanted to check it out. *shrugs*

[@MsSpudeater]

greynewbie then why did you watch this clip?

[@XantiaD]

One of the most touching tributes to Robin I've seen - thank you.

[@ilizhof]

“Oh captain, my captain...” *instant tears*

[@dsanchez0913]

I just finished watching Aladdin for the first time since I was a kid and I cried through most of it. I still can't believe that it's true. the day Robin passed, I drove to Hollywood to pay my respects at his Star on the Hollywood walk of fame. There was a pain in everyone's eyes that were there. I still can't can't get over the fact that he is no longer with us. I had been looking forward to his next tour because I so badly wanted to watch him. Oh Captain my Captain...you will FOREVER BE MISSED!

[@Meeea]

You nailed it

[@Lozzlepoppleful]

Fantastic tribute Jimmy, great to see that old footage

[@amberelibrennan]

Oh Captain, My Captain. ❤️

[@millymillymilly]

I knew Jimmy would do it right. That was beautiful.

[@mlara051979]

I feel so sad that this wonderful comedic genius felt so horrible inside that he took his life. He wasn't selfish at all..he still took every chance he could to put a smile on each and every person he met....even tho he was falling apart inside. My kids watch jumanji, hook, and me countries over&over just like I did as a child. Can't believe your gone Mr Williams...I didn't kno u personally..but I knew you brought so much laughter to my soul. Felt so easy to kno you......Jimmy love the tribute to Robin. The bit you showed was hilarious and u we do right, he will be very missed

[@mlara051979]

Mrs. Doubtfire*** my phone changed it to me countries

[@ledzeppelin660]

The end dude.... i cried so much

[@katakunamo1257]

Its been over a year and I tear up every time I hear about Robin Williams because he's the one that inspired me to be funny. I used to be shy and lonely but I watched every single one of his movies or appearances and it inspired me to be funny at school and it just changed my life. RIP Robin Williams I surely miss you captain

[@idrisal-hadidi8050]

we will never see another robin williams in our time

[@KiNGxLua]

true that.

[@Jman42576]

Obviously, because he died.

[@Jman42576]

rb hws I'm not being an asshole? It's just rather obvious.

[@johnnybambam141]

well that would be weird wouldnt it?