Robin Williams had Parkinsons disease, according to widow
As the world struggles to make sense of Robin Williams’ death, his widow Susan Schneider revealed in a statement that the actor was battling the early…
FILE-Days after Robin Williams died from an apparent suicide, his widow revealed he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. (Photo: Shutterstock)
As the world struggles to make sense of Robin Williams’ death, his widow Susan Schneider revealed in a statement that the actor was battling the early stages of Parkinson’s disease.
Schneider also said Williams’ sobriety was intact as “he struggled with his own battles of depression, anxiety as well as early stages of Parkinsons Disease, which he was not yet ready to share publicly.”
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She asked that her following statement run in its entirety.
Robin Williams, Susan Schneider (left) and daughter Zelda Williams at the premiere of “Happy Feet Two” at the Chinese Theatre. November 13, 2011 Los Angeles, CA (Photo: Shutterstock)
“Robin spent so much of his life helping others. Whether he was entertaining millions on stage, film or television, our troops on the frontlines, or comforting a sick child Robin wanted us to laugh and to feel less afraid.”
“Since his passing, all of us who loved Robin have found some solace in the tremendous outpouring of affection and admiration for him from the millions of people whose lives he touched. His greatest legacy, besides his three children, is the joy and happiness he offered to others, particularly to those fighting personal battles.”
“Robin’s sobriety was intact and he was brave as he struggled with his own battles of depression, anxiety as well as early stages of Parkinson’s Disease, which he was not yet ready to share publicly.”
It is our hope in the wake of Robin’s tragic passing, that others will find the strength to seek the care and support they need to treat whatever battles they are facing so they may feel less afraid.”
According to WebMD, Parkinsons disease affects the nerve cells in the brain that produce dopamine.
Parkinsons disease symptoms include muscle rigidity, tremors, and changes in speech and gait. After diagnosis, treatments can help relieve symptoms, but there is no cure.
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