Robin Williams died on Aug. 11, 2014, and today marks the one-year anniversary of his passing. The Oscar winning actor and comedian, who was 63 years old when he died, is known for his infectious smile, as well as his roles in both film and television like Good Morning, Vietnam, Dead Poets Society and Mrs. Doubtfire.
Today we remember his charm, humor, and talent by celebrating his life and work.
Take a look at the top 20 quotes from Williams‘ long and illustrious career:
20. “So what? The important thing to remember is not to go to pieces when that happens. You have to react like a man, calmly. You have to say to yourself, ‘Albert, you pierced the toast, so what? It’s not the end of your life.’” – Armand Goldman, The Birdcage
19. “Gooooooood morning, Vietnam! It’s 0600 hours. What does the ‘O’ stand for? O my God, it’s early!” – Adrian, Good Morning, Vietnam
18.“Carpe dentum. Seize the teeth.” – Daniel Hillard/ Mrs. Doubtfire, Mrs. Doubtfire
17. “Oh, no. To live… to live would be an awfully big adventure.” — Peter Banning, Hook
16. “You’re not perfect, sport, and let me save you the suspense: this girl you’ve met, she’s not perfect either. But the question is whether or not you’re perfect for each other.” – Sean Maguire, Good Will Hunting
15. “You treat a disease, you win, you lose. You treat a person, I guarantee you, you’ll win, no matter what the outcome.” – Patch Adams, Patch Adams
14. “But if there’s love, dear… those are the ties that bind, and you’ll have a family in your heart, forever.”– Daniel Hillard/ Mrs. Doubtfire, Mrs. Doubtfire
13. “What’s wrong with death sir? What are we so mortally afraid of? Why can’t we treat death with a certain amount of humanity and dignity, and decency, and God forbid, maybe even humor. Death is not the enemy gentlemen. If we’re going to fight a disease, let’s fight one of the most terrible diseases of all, indifference.” – Patch Adams, Patch Adams
12. “That you are here – that life exists, and identity; that the powerful play goes on and you may contribute a verse. That the powerful play goes on and you may contribute a verse. What will your verse be?” – John Keating, Dead Poets Society
11. “I just want to know one thing. Are your kids well-behaved? Or do they need like, a few light slams every now and then?” – Daniel Hillard/ Mrs. Doubtfire, Mrs. Doubtfire
10. “You have to break in half to love somebody.” – Chris Nielsen, What Dreams May Come
9. “The game is not over yet, Sarah!” — Alan Parrish, Jumanji
8. “But oh, to be free. Such a thing would be greater than all the magic and all the treasures in all the world.”– Genie, Aladdin
7. “You’ll have bad times, but it’ll always wake you up to the good stuff you weren’t paying attention to.”–Sean Maguire, Good Will Hunting
6. “Carpe. Hear it? Carpe. Carpe diem. Seize the day, boys. Make your lives extraordinary.” – John Keating, Dead Poets Society
5. “You don’t know about real loss beacuse it only occurs when you’ve loved something more than you love yourself. I doubt you’ve ever dared to love anybody that much.” – Sean Maguire, Good Will Hunting
4. “No matter what anybody tells you, words and ideas can change the world.” – John Keating, Dead Poets Society
3. “I always thought the idea of education was to learn to think for yourself.” – John Keating, Dead Poets Society
2. “My first day as a woman and I’m getting hot flashes.” – Daniel Hillard/ Mrs. Doubtfire, Mrs. Doubtfire
1.“Thank you for choosing Magic Carpet for all your travel needs. Don’t stand until the rug has come to a complete stop. Thank you. Goodbye, now. Goodbye. Goodbye. Thank you. Goodbye.” – Genie, Aladdin
Can you believe it’s been one year since America’s funny-man passed away? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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