Robin Williams' son honors comedian 10 years after his death: 'Love you forever'

Williams died by suicide on Aug. 11, 2014 at age 63.

August 11, 2024, 4:51 PM
Robin Williams and Zachary Williams attend the Timo Pre Fall 2009 Launch with Interview Magazine at Phillips De Pury in New York City, Nov. 18, 2008.
Robin Williams and Zachary Williams attend the Timo Pre Fall 2009 Launch with Interview Magazine at Phillips De Pury in New York City, Nov. 18, 2008.
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Robin Williams' son, Zachary Pym Williams, paid tribute to his father on Instagram on Sunday, 10 years to the day after Williams died.

"Dad, it's hard to believe it's been 10 years," Williams' post began, alongside a throwback picture of his dad sporting longer hair, a striped shirt and rainbow overalls.

Williams said he was spending the day thinking about the "immense love" Williams gave. "Today, I'm reflecting on the immense love you shared with all of us—your family, your friends, and everyone you met," his post continued.

Williams ended the post on a loving note, writing that he will use his father's love in practice with his own family.

"You continue to inspire me every single day to do whatever I can to help create a more connected and loving world for our family," he wrote. "Love you forever. ❤️"

The Oscar-winning actor and comedian died by suicide in August of 2014 at 63 years old. Williams, one of the brightest stars in Hollywood, starred in classic comedies and dramas such as "Mrs. Doubtfire," "Dead Poets Society" and "Good Morning, Vietnam."

Zachary is the son of Robin Williams and Valerie Velardi. Williams also had two children, Zelda and Cody, with Marsha Garces. In 2011, Williams married his third wife, graphic designer Susan Schenider.

Zachary recently reflected on his dad's impact in a post on what would have been the "Jumanji" actor's 73rd birthday in July.