'Mrs. Doubtfire' Actress Lisa Jakub Reveals Robin Williams' Impact On Her Life Now | TODAY

Lisa Jakub, who played Lydia Hillard in 1993's "Mrs. Doubtfire," looks back on the movie's most memorable scenes and the lessons Robin Williams taught her.
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'Mrs. Doubtfire' Actress Lisa Jakub Reveals Robin Williams' Impact On Her Life Now | TODAY

[@TheLisaJakub]

I really enjoyed doing this interview, and re-living some of the memories of filming. Thanks, TODAY!

[@indiabliss]

Lisa Jakub thank you for such a great interview. Not seen any of your other work, but what a brilliant actress you were in Mrs DF.

[@-MaryPoppins-]

Lisa Jakub you are phenomenal in your speech and your presentation!!! All around wonderful!! Thank you for sharing your sweet thoughts and emotions❤️

[@pat1clare]

That was really beautiful. Thank you.

[@JoeyIsHere]

Hands down, one of my favorite movies from my childhood. The deleted scene with you and Robin talking after the spelling bee - makes me cry everytime I watch the clip on KZbin.

[@cardinalgirl2]

I really felt like this movie helped my 4 kids so very much as they lived through our divorce. Still one of our favorite movies. Bless you.

[@markmaurer6370]

It's great to hear about a Hollywood power male taking a young woman in a close relationship and being a mentor not a monster. That's how you do it guys.

[@baggergurl16]

Robin Williams owned the part of Mrs.Doubtfire nobody can fill that role.

[@djluckeytastic1547]

Anything for Selena's

[@tiffprendergast]

Yeah

[@TyrekeCorrea]

He was so much of the role that no one could, anyway.

[@MP-xd1tc]

We all miss Robin. He was heaven sent. He gave the best of himself, all his love. May Robin Williams rest in peace...😔💞🌹

[@tomthemantv6482]

M P Robin was a good chunk of my childhood. Mrs.Doubtfire helped me get through my Mother when we lost her due to breast cancer when he talks about different families in the end. Those were really nice words spoken.

[@kev3d]

She still looks so beautiful, healthy and normal. Getting away from the hollywood scene was probably the best thing for her.

[@-MaryPoppins-]

He created my childhood. He was and is my favorite, most genuinely special, childhood memory. What he did was creat something more precious than he ever knew. From birth to teen hood, he was and always will be my captain❤️

[@pauline4581]

"Mork and Mindy"

[@Disney65Fan]

Same here. He was part of my childhood too.

[@iwilldj]

So sweet memory. Thanks.

[@christopherporter2459]

You can tell she got choked up a bit talking about Robin... I started to cry too

[@silvergrizzly316]

There will NEVER EVER be another Robin Williams. Depression is a dark and scary place, I hope that you found your peace. God speed.

[@zzulm]

I wish my daughter could enjoy Robin's work like I did in my childhood. I watch his old movies with her and she loves them. She is eleven and in a different generation.

[@ryan07jeep]

I rented this movie so much as a kid the video store finally just have me the tape. I can quote it word for word. I still laugh everytime. It never gets old. Thanks Robin for wonderful childhood memories! R.I.P.

[@johnmunro4952]

I remember being disappointed with Mrs Doubtfire first time out, probably because I was expecting a much broader slapstick comedy. There are some hilarious moments for sure, but the films serious emotional heart resonated so powerfully that it effected me more than I was expecting. now that I'm a father it hits me on a whole new level. Great interview.

[@newworldbegins]

What a sweet young lady. Loved that movie. Loved Robin.

[@Man0fMeans]

Ok, is nobody going to come out and just say how super beautiful this woman is?! She was a knockout when we were young and she still is!

[@Daehawk]

Im glad in this day and age that what she said was not a headline grabber but simply something nice and kind and important.

[@alanm7875]

Rest in peace, robin Williams, you are a legend, we still miss you ,😢😢😎

[@retrotoon7946]

You know you are very lucky to have gotten to work with a legend. Robin Williams will be forever missed.

[@rosemoon8116]

I never watched the second jumanji movie because it's not jumanji without Robin Williams

[@ashleighcummings5372]

ROSEMOON while at first I felt the same way it really is a good movie. I would highly suggest giving it a chance.

[@dixierebel7728]

Me too i was like nope. Aint happenin'

[@macmac3374]

I think you'd like it. I felt the same way. They did a great job paying homage to robins character without over doing it.

[@joaquinpraveenvishnu8509]

Thank you. Me too!

[@SuperTiff1980]

I felt the same but my kids talked me into watching it. And it was actually pretty good. It's more of a sequel than a remake. And they did a great job.

[@kopec82]

I love and miss Robin like crazy. I recommend getting the dvd of him in the actor studio honestly is a bit longer sadly doesn’t have cc but is really good. Miss you my captain.

[@mexericanguy247]

My parents divorced when I was 9, this movie became my favorite movie, it always cheered me up I love it even more now as an adult

[@MollyGrenci]

Can’t believe it’s been 5 years since we lost 1 of the most amazing comedian😢

[@catapillargirl2021]

GREAT segment! Robin was so loved by everyone including me. Miss him being in this world so much.

[@deslocc124]

Robin Williams will be missed.. and his talent might never come our way again.. To all who saw the movie and loved the performance.. God Bless.. and Thank you Robin...

[@feliciab2]

Is it just me or does she look a little bit like a young Sally Field?? They cast really well.

[@Disney65Fan]

that's what the director wanted to do. Basically Lisa Jakub and Matthew Lawrence are suppose to be based off Sally Field while Mara Wilson was suppose to be based off Robin Williams

[@feliciab2]

I didn't know that, but it makes sense.

[@JanetStarChild]

I was just about to make this comment; that, grown up, she looks a little like Sally field. Yeah, the kids were well-cast. It's believable that they could be the offspring of the parents.

[@themudbloodjedi8390]

0:41 i was thinking the same thing, such a resemblance. Sounds like her too. If Robin was still alive (RIP, forever missed) i would have loved a Mrs.D.2 ! ! "Grandma Euphegenia"

[@kellyalves756]

She’s got those big doe eyes.

[@keetopuffs]

Who did this? Uncle Frank and Aunt Jack. All these years later and that still makes me happy lol

[@ritchie9709]

Went over my head as a kid but very very funny now I understand 😂😂

[@SahilShah-bq3xe]

When I was younger I was upset that Daniel and Miranda did not get together Now I think it was VERY smart because children need to understand that divorce happens but that does not mean that they can’t be happy family The way Daniel became the new babysitter in the end was the best This demonstrated that not only Daniel was responsible but that Miranda and Daniel can get along and trust each other

[@darrinEH]

Divorce rates in California tripled after the release of this movie. Still feel the same way?

[@stillirise9705]

@@darrinEH how can that be blamed on a film

[@Azmina_the_warlock]

@@darrinEH source for that claim? California doesn't report divorce stats to CDC so where'd you find that info?

[@prodigalus]

divorce is trash, and it destroys people. you should know better.

[@misstina1986]

@@stillirise9705 it can't. He's trolling

[@eddieyyy3]

The waters boiling....HHEEELLLLOOOO!!! 😂😂😂

[@brandonlongbottom5747]

DON'T EVER REMAKE THIS MOVIE

[@scottwilliam3470]

Why not it would be a good idea have Jack black play Mrs doubtfire and at the end the twist is he is really Donald trump as a women.

[@mariosimpostor731]

DON'T EVER PUT TWO CONDOMS ON

[@MrDjolepls]

Spot on

[@Chino-Kafu]

Part 2 was almost a thing.

[@tiffprendergast]

@@scottwilliam3470 noo

[@cupcakes7015]

Wow! 25 years later. Rip Robin Williams. 10/16/18

[@mileinnycotto326]

Cupcakes 701 not this year he died 4 years ago

[@cupcakes7015]

Mileinny cotto I know that, I always time-stamp my comments.

[@Disney65Fan]

Mrs Doubtfire what a film. Whoa that's Lisa Jakub now. Rip Robin Williams what a talented guy

[@JRob594]

This was such a great cast I'll always love this movie RIP Robin Williams

[@bshays21]

As someone who's been suicidal since I was 14. I miss this man soo much. The pain we feel is overwhelming :(

[@Tony-112]

Hope you're doing well 👍

[@schoolyardfunproductions3491]

Lisa- Thank you for sharing your memories of Robin and this wonderful movie! It's certainly helped a lot of people, myself included.

[@UltimateTrekkie1]

Loved and love that movie! She looks wonderful! He was brilliant, and I wish he was still with us. I didn't even know him, but I miss him. 😢RIP Robin Williams.

[@robinbrl]

Very nice interview. Thanks for sharing Lisa. I hope you are well. Robin was brilliant and he is missed. I sometimes get angry and upset with Robin. Having suffer from depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety for years myself, I can understand how he could have reached that point. I pray that I never do. It is devastating.

[@kams7170]

Thanks Lisa! Classic movie. So glad that Robin Williams confided his life experience with depression with you, and it helped in your own life!

[@bellabookitty9047]

I loved Robin in the movie What dreams may come. And his other movies too. Miss u Robin. 🌹

[@johnstewart6366]

It sounds as if Robin had a profound (positive) effect on her life, at a critical junction - when she really needed it. Sometimes, people come into our life for a reason, and sometimes for a very good reason. When I watched this movie, I thought I saw something in her eyes that seemed to say "I have a problem, and I need some direction". Glad to know 2 things i.e. I was right, and glad she found what she needed, at the right time. RIP Robin Williams

[@susant700]

Wonderful that Lisa did this compilation for fans. Mrs. Doughtfire is a classic and seriously fun movie. Love it. Miss Robin Williams.

[@EncinitasLokal]

My heart aches for Robin. I wish so many of us do, to have been there with him.

[@angel7085]

I watch mrs doubtfire overytime im sad . The fact that robin williams is gone this movie makes me feel hes just around and watching over us with god ❤️

[@patbyrne3076]

amaryllis Goi God bless you!

[@angel7085]

@@patbyrne3076 thank you .. god bless you too ❤️

[@grantwatson27yearsago14]

Makes me wonder why God didn't help him. 🤔

[@angel7085]

@@grantwatson27yearsago14 how did you know god didnt help him ?

[@grantwatson27yearsago14]

@@angel7085 the part when he was hanging from his home ceiling indicates to me the God didn't offer much way of help. But I may be wrong. I hope I am.

[@JCourts2k23]

Great interview, i miss Robin so much, he was so awesome, loved his movies, and i feel so bad now knowing what he was going through, and was about to.

[@McD5791]

i never saw 'Mrs Doubtfire', but I always remember Lisa from 'Independence Day' - had me a little crush on her too when I was younger (!). Great interview, and great to see that she's ok and well.

[@themudbloodjedi8390]

I forgot she was in "IndependWHHUUUUUHHHH?? ...You MUST be trollin, every being in universe has seen Mrs Doubtfire... Except for trolls...

[@fernthegreenfairy]

How can you never have watched Mrs doubtfire, it’s a classic

[@schewitt1977]

You must watch Mrs Doubtfire it's a very good movie.

[@pinkrose282]

You really need to see it! It’s definitely a classic.

[@ChiefsGirlSince1989]

@@themudbloodjedi8390 there are alot of so called classic movies from that time I have never seen big whoop someone has not seen Mrs doubtfire.

[@Kelly-bw7sb]

She looks so good

[@bellabookitty9047]

Thanku for sharing Lisa.

[@alanm7875]

Great movie and interview, classic 90s film my high school years great times, 😎👍🍻

[@j.m.waterfordasxiphanex3738]

Great video. Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@VinylCollektor23]

HELLO! hahaha I loved this movie as a kid and an adult. Robin Williams brought so much joy to families everywhere.

[@nicholasmardis9846]

I still love watching Mrs.Doubtfire I have it on d.v.d an watch it every once in awhile an rip Robin Williams.

[@gamaleldinosman8748]

One of the greatest movie of all time. Never gets bored of watching it. Robin Williams was phenomenal. Lisa, Matt and Mara did a wonderful job too.

[@bobanyfingelf]

Beautiful piece. Thank you.

[@dp7534]

Thanks for the insight as an actress and a kid! You were blessed to work with such a great cast! I cried watching this! I miss Robin- such a genius lost too soon. We are a blended family and my kids were little when this movie came out! We will have to sit down and watch it again- SO many life lessons, laughter and Love🥰

[@newdamage5945]

One of my all-time favorite movies. Had a big crush on her growing up. What a beautiful lady, always seemed like a kind person too.

[@selinaogorman8380]

Thank you Lisa for being you and sharing what you go through amazing you are anyone that open and after that is accepting despite our mental illness deserves to be in our life they understand and relate and I love this movie and the actors are amazing what a wonderful cast.❤️

[@imranahmedbasha2043]

Awesome Lisa. Just loved it

[@ipKonfig]

wow, her experience is breathtaking. i live with depression, no addictions thankfully, and deal with very dark days and simply want to end it all. i can't say the day will come or not that i will end up taking my own life but i don't like living. this interview helps me to understand robin williams struggles, it's tough

[@greenmantis2158]

Just watched this movie this weekend after seeing it in the theater 30 something years ago. I think being a father of teen kids I liked this movie way more this time around. Plus I miss RW .. RIP

[@TheStuport]

This Movie will no doubt be a Keeper for many households across The World! Lisa Jakub is so spot on in saying she had truly "Found Her Siblings" in the movie as i'm sure many fans just like me actually think of the children as real life siblings! 25 years later and this movie still resonates! Great Interview!! Cheers Everyone

[@peterwilliamskelhorn6675]

@TheStuport I'm a only child like Lisa(Lydia) is

[@charlottefernalld3097]

He was an icon they definitely broke the mold when he was made . Never be another human being like him

[@kossie06]

She is stunning

[@brianpetrasek6916]

I love this how they talked about mental health!

[@bethanycook8124]

What a,special memory!

[@futurebynature4337]

Gives me chills forever love Lisa, longliveRobbinwillams ❤️🕊 always

[@donnabaardsen5372]

Loved the movie. All of you were just terrific, too. Thanks for a great interview.

[@singlespidy79]

RIP Robin your missed

[@owencrutcher493]

Love, love, love this movie...

[@jacquedenise86]

Why am I crying!!

[@mirfir]

Excellent! Thx!

[@selinaogorman8380]

This movie is one of the best and Robin stole my heart with this film he is so funny and played Mrs Doubtfire incredible and yes brilliant.

[@stevenbanda3865]

This movie it has really helped my family wow 💪👈

[@LM-zr9ky]

💛💚💙 one of my absolute favorite movies.

[@franzferdinand17]

I still can’t watch this movie, I’m still upset over his death. Almost cried just watching this video

[@amberali3667]

One of my favorite movie remind me of my childhood.

[@kamikazekid94]

I miss Robbin. Hope he finally has peace

[@andrewndify]

This movie came out shortly after my parents got divorced so it showed me other kids are going through the same and helped me realize alot.

[@MikeStarKaraokeUK]

Hello I liked the Mrs Doutfire film and when my parents got divorced it was real for me to experience this. But this film shows a real story that had a legend who did what he could to see his family. RIP Robin Williams🌷 Thanks to those that made this amazing film a classic comedy/real story.

[@liloiax22]

She's about to be 40?!? OMG, if I look half that good when I turn 40 I'll be there happiest person EVER!!! It looks like she's in her early to mid 30's... doesn't it? Who else agrees with me in this one???

[@chipblock2854]

I miss Robin so much. Depression is so misunderstood. I know that all to well. This one movie defined a time in my life. I will continue to watch it again and again. I wished for a long time that Robin as Mrs. Doubtfire could have been in another film. But now I realize that it wouldn't ever been as funny. Robin along with the cast made an unique one-of-a-kind movie.

[@the_Real_Grammy_of_6]

I don’t know if I will ever not miss Robin Williams 😢😢

[@hoorootv7266]

Brilliant!

[@Jeff98177]

I had almost the same experience that Lisa did as far as not recognizing Robin Williams. I was in a test group, and we were shown a clip from the movie (when he set his boobs on fire) and they asked us what we thought, would we go see it, etc. Not once did they say who it was. So months later, I see the clip on TV or somewhere, and I'm like, holy crap, that was Robin!

[@richardbaddeley1489]

Had such a crush her on growing up and I do again now. Keep being great!

[@TheMutsen]

Blijft een mooie film!! Hoe vaak ook gezien! Mis Robin!

[@pablovargas3585]

Robin Williams i miss him very much

[@zarrasaphire8480]

Lisa ,I love Robbie William Mrs. Doutfire and the rest of the cast cause he make that acting so lovable just like a real family too

[@stargazer1359]

Lisa was perfect and made the role her own. This film and all those who starred will stand the test of time. 💜⭐

[@9trl]

We will always have tons of work and interviews with Robin to keep us laughing and entertained. He wouldn't have had it any other way.

[@joanroyo1671]

Hy!! Im Joan (The John) and i was grow watching Miss Doughtfire. It was one of my favorite been child. You looks like when you was been teenager. Very pretty ! Thanks for the interview sharing your invest in this movie. Kisses

[@JM-bg2ts]

I think for every kid who's parents got divorced in the 90's, this film will remain powerful, funny and kethartic all at the same time! I hope its still helping kids today

[@simonetriesman9067]

I just love this movie! It's remarkable, special and very daring. It was the beginning of a rollercoaster of divorces, terrible. I was divorced in 2006, unfortunately. Simone

[@MrDoenerliebhaber]

I just watched the movie on Netflix again. ... my children are going to watch it too if they are old enough.

[@alberto032973]

Classic movie

[@MarktheNerd85]

Give us a 4K version of this film!

[@sarahsutton2182]

Nice Interview to see 25 years on .

[@canelok958]

My childhood!

[@kennywohl1061]

Mrs Doubtfire Aladdin Jumnji and Ferngully are my favorite Robin Williams movies

[@28FlyingDutchman]

My aunt told me something that finally helped me understand what depression is: it tricks you into thinking things that aren't true or real.

[@phcnh]

Crazy how they all looked alike!

[@littlecindi573]

Funny how she looks like could be Sally field real life daughter! Love this interview:)

[@rmraiders24]

I get depressed and anxiety too at times

[@zTubeDify]

Happy 25th Anniversary Mrs Doubtfire