Son Of Robin Williams Speaks At Foundation Of Hope Fundraiser In Raleigh
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Last year, comedian Robin Williams committed suicide after a bout with severe depression. One in every five adults experience mental illness in any given year.
Williams’ son, Zak, was in Raleigh on Thursday to raise awareness and speak at the Thad and Alice Eure Evening of Hope fundraiser. Williams doesn’t profess to be an expert of mental illness, however he knows firsthand the profound impact the disease can have.
Williams said “It’s been a traumatic year, I’ve had to heal myself. As a father he [Robin Williams] was amazing; he was kind and caring. He wanted me to be the best person I could be, and I miss him dearly.”
The 32-year-old hasn’t spoken in public much since his father died, but Williams said people need to know they’re not alone.
He also said “The fact that he suffered from depression didn’t make his death more easy or difficult. It highlights an underlying cause that I realize is a greater issue—that people are suffering and need access to resources to treat or heal them, and I want more people to have that access.”
While his father’s death may have helped raise awareness, Williams hopes people remember his true gift of bringing joy to who needs it most, like the children at St. Jude’s Hospital and the troops overseas.
Williams said. “I’d like his legacy to be one of service. He really understood the importance of giving his time and giving his energy to others.”
Next month the Foundation of Hope will hold its annual Thad and Alice Eure Walk for Hope.
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