Robin Williams dead in suspected suicide
Baku, August 12 (AZERTAC). Oscar-winning actor and comedian Robin Williams, has died in a suspected suicide after a battle with depression, triggering an outpouring of grief and tributes for one of the most beloved entertainers of his generation. The 63-year-old star of blockbusters such as "Good Will Hunting," "Good Morning Vietnam" and "Mrs Doubtfire" was found dead at his home in Tiburon, in California just north of San Francisco, shortly before midday on Monday, police said. A statement from Marin County Sheriff's Department said Williams' death appeared to be "suicide due to asphyxia."
An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday, followed by further toxicology testing, the statement said.
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