Robin Williams Salutes Mike Nichols at the AFI Life Achievement Award

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Robin Williams salutes Mike Nichols at the 38th AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Mike Nichols.
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[@ISPANOS2001]

The whole room in tears after 1 min. What a genius. REST IN PEACE ROBIN.

[@DigitalENCOM]

The world was a brighter place when Robin was in it!

[@viqarkagzi3922]

I couldn’t agree more with you

[@ChrisWolff2013]

Look at those people lose their shit over Robin. That tells you how tragic it is that we lost him.

[@TheSpookyDuke]

Yes, and I get pissed when any media in this rotten world spends one word on politicians scum when we lose angels like Mr. Williams.

[@tonyanastasio6959]

Nobody on this planet is as funny as Robin was. In my opinion I think he was the greatest comic ever lived. Funny and fast and done with intelligence. RIP Robin X I bet you're laughing and having a great time up there. Forever missed. x

[@tonyjeliccflstudiehandledn7348]

Exactly, NOBODY!!! I would add galaxy ;)

[@dingusbingus7463]

One of the few comics who could do a family performance and his next show be the dirtiest thing you've ever heard

[@h4a2u0s]

I've never seen anyone slay celebrities as much as Robin Williams. Don Rickles would be close.

[@Flantomas]

They are similar when they roast, and they hit their closest friends the hardest. You can also see Robin going hard at Jack in other videos, and you can tell they really get along.

[@timomastosalo]

Don Rickles slays more, Robin tickles more.

[@AT-cy7im]

Try Tracy Ullmann

[@jody024]

@@Flantomas Jack and Robin were the greatest of friends.

[@barakp26]

Robin learned everything from Don. It is so evident in his material

[@viqarkagzi3922]

The whole room was in tears of laughter in less than 30 seconds

[@tonyanastasio6959]

Robin should still be here. I've never felt so heartbroken over someone I didn't even know, yet, it felt like I did know him. like losing a loved one...its bizarre

[@alanatransify]

Tony Anastasio im with you. Incomparable Robin

[@viqarkagzi3922]

I m with you he was and is a treasure. He also gives the best speeches.

[@etrinh78]

I couldn’t agree more, he was such a gifted & a treasure but I read that his health was declining (diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia) shortly before his death…so sad 😢

[@viqarkagzi3922]

before his passing he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s it turns it was much worse.

[@ozburnurass]

I feel the same way...

[@Fultonfalcons86]

There are no amount of words that could describe how great Robin Williams was you just have to watch all of his work to appreciate it.............

[@brendagibbs2665]

No one was funnier than Robin Williams and I don't think there will ever be any one who will come close , he was a comedy genius. So sadly missed. Rest In Peace 🙏

[@40950999]

That Anne Frank joke just shows Robin’s talent - one of those jokes that gets funnier the more you think about it 😂

[@racheldollton]

"She's upstairs!!!" LOL nobody roasted the French better then Robin. RIP.

[@MakeSomeNoiseAgencyPlaylists]

true and funny 😂

[@jesstotorica2972]

That’s my favorite part. He got everyone on that one

[@allys744]

“The funniest German is like the sexist nun: it’s a short list!” Too many funny lines to list, robin you were one of the best!!

[@polonaise20s]

The jokes are really stupid. 😢

[@lyb.]

People wiping their glasses and catching breath. Yeah, that is a genius on stage. One of a kind. Rip.

[@connorjones100]

if heaven exists, it would be the place to be right now with those two legends up there.

[@trinitylivingston1286]

Yes it would be great!

[@viqarkagzi3922]

I believe they made a space in heaven for Robin Williams

[@xli.]

if you stop the video at 0:12 you can see angel wings on him

[@peterotoolesbathwater2568]

Axeli This comment made me cry

[@madelynyaruss9597]

aww I miss him!

[@mnewby82]

I'm just noticing that now cause he had me laughing so hard lol

[@MrImiller07]

The Academy Awards presentation in February 2015 should have two separate tributes with accompanying film clips celebrating the careers of Mike Nichols and Robin Williams. Each artist made significant contributions in advancing the art of film and each man's work has stood the test of time.

[@brittonvalley5045]

Pure class and talent in my book he will be missed dearly rip my friend

[@kanan360]

i don't think will ever see someone like Robin ever again. RIP Robin we miss you and we love you. you died but you sure are alive in our hearts and memories.

[@renatolandyt]

The Robin Williams's mission on Earth was to make people laugh and to be better. Well done, Robin. 👏👏👏 18/10/22

[@mariebdo2703]

Cannot believe the amount of legends we lost this year...

[@viqarkagzi3922]

So true !

[@Blondie42]

Everyone in the industry loved his comedy. And watching him perform improv

[@francislumanog892]

A brilliant mind and wonderful human being. RIP Mr. Williams.

[@onceinabluemoon593]

I've watched this literally dozens of times and each time I laugh as hard as the first. Robin was absolutely the funniest comedian and a talented actor. RIP Mr. Williams

[@shuchanghsiao6110]

Mr. Mike Nichols , R.I.P. I deeply appreciated all your great works : Who's afraid of Virginia Woolf , The Graduate , Silkwood , Working Girl , The Birdcage , Closer and Angels in America...... Mr. Robin Williams, R.I.P. Deeply appreciated your wonderful performance in Mr. Nichols' " The Birdcage"...

[@logicalnetwork1611]

robin Williams was a gift from God. Oh how I miss his genius. The world is such a sad place without Robin.

[@SleepingGiant45]

Robin deserved to be honored himself before he died.

[@melisagalvalizi6982]

YES!!!!!!!!!! DON'T GET WHY HE WASN'T!!!!????

[@pam0626]

Most of what he is saying is pure, in-the-moment ad lib. Just wonderful...

[@sabumiah3421]

I wrote this after the death of Robin Williams, August 2014. I laughed so much I cried I laughed so much I nearly died It was all too much It was all too little too late The demons that haunted you at night in bed Was the emptiness in your head and not your soul All those years lost searching For redemption from prying eyes not knowing That this clown Was burdened by an unimaginable dark cloud The loss of your dearest departed friend Didn't mean it signaled the end But it did steal something And left a remarkable gift so amazing and profound. When on one hand it took, the other you received and gave It was not enough to silence the millions of critics in your mind Why didn't we spot you were running out of time? I laughed at an Alien called Mork From a planet called Ork My heart blead for the beauty of The Dead Poets Society And how could deary me, Forget Mrs Doubtfire, that wonderful Scottish nanny. The Doctor you played in Good Will Hunting, Gave a tiny clue to your depth of compassion and feeling. But, alas the greatest character you played was the one we never truly knew. S.Miah

[@albertcharles7182]

Aumen.

[@metalfyregaming2468]

Mrs Doubtfire was an Irish nanny though. But a beautiful poem nontheless

[@barryrichman4475]

You lost me at, I wrote this....

[@aashutoshk.c.5500]

Amazing. Your admiration for Mr. Robin Williams is thorough. 👏

[@vjeminem]

Beautiful

[@Cweisman35]

RIP two comedy and film legends

[@katarinak5486]

Such a beautiful soul. There was not a person who wasn't laughing.

[@Hanibaltherogue]

And this legend never had his AFI award... :-(

[@melisagalvalizi6982]

I know!!! He should have!!! They NEVER appreciated him.

[@suat365]

Greatest comedian actor of all time.

[@angelitalennox1355]

He has the crowd rolling with laughter and wiping happy tears!!😂. His skill and timing are unmatched!

[@viqarkagzi3922]

What a tough act to follow. I loved the song. Absolutely fantastic !! I thought Mr Nichols was going to fall out of his chair of amazing laughter!! uncontrollably!!! Robin is absolutely unrehearsed, & uncuntrobaly hilarious person 😂. What a tremendous 🎁 gift. We had in life.

[@jtaukilani959]

The Greatest AFI saluter in the history of AFI!

[@tracyhill7960]

Pure genius. Every person there had tears of laughter and sore sides in two minutes time. I will see you again, my friend.

[@MrStitty26]

God can't believe he has gone but his life and laughter will be seen by many more generations to come. My kids will see all his stuff. Never meet him but his comedy and moves got me through some hard times.

[@trinitylivingston1286]

RIP Robin Williams! He was such a good actor and comedian!🙁

[@98wongjf]

It’s so sad that Robin has always been an AFI guest, but he never lived to get one night for himself. RIP My captain

[@melisagalvalizi6982]

HE SHOULD HAVE RECEIVED ONE WHEN HE WAS ALIVE, THEY HAD PLENTY OF TIME TO HONOR HIM.

[@Meeea]

two great mens :(

[@viqarkagzi3922]

Robin Williams is a genius !

[@kk-sr1wl]

When Robin can make famous ppl laugh legendary

[@raqueljenson5972]

Love you Robin Williams. Thank you for all the laughs that you created 🙏🏼

[@tomoarigato]

Always amazing recognizing everyone he worked with. Brilliant. You will always be with me, OH Captain My Doubtfire. One of a kind Dear Robin. Greatness dwells naturally throughout.

[@toddgrogg2810]

Life is so cruel. Dear lord, please give us robin Williams, back please. We'll all be happy again.

[@viqarkagzi3922]

We would love to him back. He was very dear to us.

[@dlh7989]

Two legends gone this year :(

[@viqarkagzi3922]

Love the song !!

[@tonyjeliccflstudiehandledn7348]

Wouldn´t it be something to have a Life Achievement Award for our late Robin Williams?

[@amarhassan7029]

If can make people cry with your jokes ...you are legend

[@visatotase9454]

In this world without comedians like Robin Williams award shows would have been so boring. Tq Robin for the laughter. RIP

[@shabyyy]

if I ever had a wish come true I'd wish to meet Robin Williams!

[@hussainali-zx9rx]

What A Great Man Thank Y Robin For Evertything

[@davidhutchinson7888]

Robin sends it to the stratosphere as usual.

[@astermiranda4989]

IM CRYING LOVE HIMM

[@Dewebje]

That was..pure magic.

[@greenmango2707]

Robin Should've an AFI life achievement award as well he really deserves it.... RIP Robin D:

[@dingusbingus7463]

It feels like Robin Williams passed and everyone forgot how to take a joke and just laugh

[@Moviefan2k4]

The only Mike Nichols films I've seen are "Regarding Henry" and "The Birdcage". Robin was brilliant in the latter.

[@VILA1963]

I miss you Robin. God bless you

[@alvaropelayo8084]

Robin Williams was a genius of comedy. The best since the times of Chaplin and Bob Hope. The only one at his level today would be Billy Crystal. Period. Thanks to all four of them for the joy they have given us.

[@dangroz03]

My favourite parts are 0:24 “ MAN YOU SAY SHIT EVEN VODOO WOULD SAYS WHAT ARE YOU ON” 😂😂😂 and 1:23 When Robin starts singing 😂😂😂

[@JSC-1971]

MAN, WE SURE MISS YOU ROBIN! R.I.P.

[@visatotase9454]

Without comedians like him Hollywood would have been so boring as hell

[@Music71194]

You know you're funny when you can make Meryl Streep laugh

[@bambammaria]

I miss you, Robin...

[@we8463]

I miss Robin Williams

[@Christknight1991]

Rip Robin Williams

[@annechesse9255]

love you Robin love you merci pour tout

[@sabonesjones]

It's like the French production of Anne Frank she's upstairs ! Lmao

[@iamdarklegend611]

Back when humour had class! ❤️❤️

[@viqarkagzi3922]

I couldn’t agree more !

[@atandel21]

Very hard to believe he will himself. Rest in peace legend

[@DEVASTATOR478]

Robin Williams

[@souththeatre369]

Legend ❤

[@viqarkagzi3922]

Robin is absolutely Reveting !

[@aaronaaa9550]

Brilliant mind

[@slownoman]

Funnier than this? Not that I"ve seen, ever. A genius!!!

[@patrickbateman7320]

damn!! when I see this I should be laughing, but i am really crying ... i miss you robin

[@juanvazquez5056]

What a beautiful man he waa.......

[@juliosalviz7675]

rip robin williams he is in heaven now

[@viqarkagzi3922]

Robin and jack in a movie would have been Hilarious !

[@carolinagutierrez9865]

Alguien me explica como este adorable ser que hace que directores y actores de prestigio lloren de risa ya no está con nosotros? Cómo alguno no se lo llevo a la casa y lo albergó para cuidarlo...yo feliz lo hacia...tantos recuperados de drogas y alcohol que existen pero ninguno tan gracioso y genial como él.

[@BatkoMahnovets]

No era el alcohol ni las drogas, tenia una depresion, de la cual nadie se dio cuaenta. Tambien se rumorea que el supo que tenia una enfermedad que le iba afectar el cerebro.

[@carolinagutierrez9865]

BatkoMahnovets el alcohol es lo que más lo afectaba y bebía por depresión. Una pena. Tantos que se recuperan de depresiones 😢

[@alexandrasandu3947]

n.neurology.org/content/87/13/1308.full

[@aleksandarpavlovic7831]

Those joke about Anne Frank!!!Black humor is still alive.🤣🤣🤣

[@monex5]

@32doors LOL!! Every. Single. Time.. I saw him walk on stage and I was lauging already..

[@skylar1477]

haha! funny speech as usual...Robin rocks!!! & I can hear Meryl's laughter on the background! :-)

[@elizabethestrada890]

Don't forget I love uuuu

[@0923allison]

Missing Robin

[@user-fw3yf2kx2b]

robin 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@aneesakhan037]

Nice 👍

[@antoikirs6277]

Rip Robert

[@viqarkagzi3922]

Igor was Mike Nichols biological name before he changed it

[@sherkhan3397]

Oh Robin oh.

[@juanvazquez5056]

Robín ain't dead!

[@punnaroothsrimongkolsilp1543]

Bye, Robin 😭

[@elirang22]

Robin... we miss you a lot 😪

[@eamonnbrady5050]

Genius.

[@nicidevine6670]

May you RIP 🪦 AMEN 🙏🏻 😢

[@cityofchamps66]

Imagine a production of the Birdcage in heaven...

[@anoobiscooking1193]

Damn u... Mr Williams... u r missed.

[@markjackson5333]

What year was this

[@UMBUBA]

The most REAL person in the world!!! RIP dear friend 🌹