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Robin Williams and Christopher Reeve were roommates at Juilliard where they studied drama and became lifelong friends.
Even before either had made it big in show business, they vowed that whoever did exceptionally well would be obligated to help the less fortunate one.
As things turned out, however, both had extremely successful careers.
But in the wake of Reeve's crippling 1995 riding accident, Williams vowed to pick up whatever hospital costs Reeve's insurance didn't cover.
Eventually Williams also became deeply involved with Reeve's foundation, The Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation (CRPF).
Williams was always by Christopher's side throughout his incredible struggle with quadriplegia, even to the very end.
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MRW my dad says to stop whining about losing my Pokemon game.
Before I learned all of this, I always thought of Robin Williams as an incredible actor, but now he's become even more than that in my eyes. He's a wonderful human being and a true friend.
AsgardianSeraph
I JUST watched Good Will Hunting, and it made me cry a few times. Robin William's has always been one of my favorites.
ImnotsurewhereIamorwhyyourehere
My mom's friend lives across the street from Robin Williams, and one time when I saw him and waved, he waved back = highlight of my life.
SyncingThought
They've mastered the art of bromance.
freshage
But, he is a GLORIOUS bastard and drinks shots through straws, has bigger balls than most men and lives life to the full (2)
SniperWolfX117
Robin Williams is the real Superman.
Mourty
I've met Mr. Williams a few times when he would come to the desert with the USO. Very selfless individual.
SuckAFuck
I know "the feels" is a popular response to things like this. But damn, OP, this one hit me hard. Thank you.
TrippingPocahontas
I wrote him when I was eight. I told him I was his biggest fan and sent him an actual fan. I got an signed photo from Flubber in return :)
brotherabbit
something... in... my... eye. Sniff... Dammit.
KrazeHonkey
+1 for anything Robin Williams
freshage
My best friend has muscular dystrophy. In short, he can't lift his hands, nor walk and needs a machine to help him breathe (1)
catshavesharppartsbutilovethem
I think that this is heartwarmingly touching, but I for real thought that he was fake in the third picture.
upvoteforBacon
Or maybe the whole hollywood scene and playing for the cameras is so fake that no matter what it just looks bad
Sugarcrotch
this made me fucking cry. Superman and Mrs Doubtfire are best buds.
SockMiser
Amazing story of two Super Men. Thanks OP!
HodorRules
Robin Williams is just an amazing man.
LadyNetrex
Williams has always been incredible on screen, which has led me to believe him to be the same in life outside the screen.
americanrecluse
This needs one more picture and the caption needs to mention that Robin took Reeves' son after Dana died.
yesIamaginger
for a moment, i though there was 0 downvotes. 15 people need to meet a friend like this :'(
hidinginplainsight
+1 for you...and I am crying like a baby. Robin Williams...you incredible man.
kieble
*Slow Clap* Brilliant OP. Thank you for showing this. It always warms my heart to see people who stay true through the thick and thin.
SlowClap
what's up man?
IPaidForThisName
TurtleWithATardis
Browsing in random mode from two years later, and this brought legitimate tears to my eyes. Rest in peace you magnificent human being.
sillypinkpanda
"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 :)
KhrusherKhusack
My Dad had met Robin Williams in 1981. They sat together on a plane to New Orleans. He had nothing but good things to say about him.
alpineGiant
Having met Robin Williams as a child I can say he is one of the most genuinely funny people I have ever encountered.
misslola
Damn Christopher Reeve was an attractive man. +1
RadistkaCat
a super attractive, if you ask me! ))
DontTellMeYouCant
He played Superman. They don't pick ugly people for that role.
grimol
Ooooh, so THAT'S why I didn't get the part. All this time I thought it was cause I didn't audition and I don't act.
Dvipe19
(1) Before Reeve's surgery where they were going to reattach his skull to his spine, Williams busted in the room and announced
Dvipe19
(2) in a Russian accent that he was there to perform a rectal exam. Reeve's said that was the first time he laughed since the accident.
shoeboxwarrior
Everyone should read "Still Me". It's a fantastic autobiography.
bkbijou
IRL patch adams.
IrishIwasDrunk
True. He was dressed up as a doctor wasn't he?
cogs
Even if this were completely false, it is so in character for Robin, it's the one internet fact I accept without reservation.
wronglever
Wow, this made me tear up. I mean, I was genuinely touched reading the whole post but this comment pushed me into i-need-a-tissue territory.
katsrulz
I believe this 100%!!
Dvipe19
Yeah, he was in yellow scrubs haha
PhotosJeuxDEchecs
I can confirm, I read this in CR's autobiography.
samsonguy920
It is a fantastic read. He also tells how close he came to just having a neck-ache from the accident, to getting killed outright.
OtakuOtter
How am I just now hearing about this?
danfrantheman
I thought Robin Williams was a man coke head who seemed to have ADHD, wow I was wrong. Well done Sir, Well done.
IOPsyGuy
He was a mad coke head and probably does have ADHD, but he's also a good person who still battles his addiction demons.
Luzerntomorrow
We often have a misguided idea of what drug use and abuse means about the rest of one's ethics and potential.
AndnoneforGretchenWieners
I hear he has bouts of severe depression. Makes this story all the more awesome, if true.
incudude311
I thought Robin Williams was a man, coke head
TheUniverseIsLaughingAtMe
You thought wrong. He's a man coke, head.
jonerbam
You're also wrong. He's a, man coke head.
captainkylie
Nope. Head man coke.
PTnerd
In elementary school we had an assignment to write to our heroes, I wrote to Christopher Reeve. I was the only one that got a letter back!
ericmetzger
Did the same thing to Robin Williams in 3rd grade. Got back a signed picture 2 years later :p
iwantashortnameforonceohshit
that's fucking awesome!
Superstzday
Do pictures exist?
PTnerd
I'm at school now but next time I go home I'll take a picture of the letter and the picture he sent me!
Johannesaurus
Commenting for the delivery!
sp4nk3h
Waiting for delivery
delaforet
Please deliver!!
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ilavestus
OP delivers.
SafeNafe
please link to my comment with a picture of the letter but also put it in the gallery
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SafeNafe
Awesome! Thanks. He's a great bloke
missesgreeneyedmonster
Yes, please deliver!
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missesgreeneyedmonster
Amazing. Just amazing. :) Thank you for sharing this!
han401
Good Guy Robin Williams. :)
LimpLikeAnOldSchoolPimp
Play patch adams -- donate 0 dolars to the free hosbital... not so good
joedohn
And yet, he plays the creepiest characters over and over. A testament to him being an amazing actor.
briandc39
yes he is Robin Williams is a very good actor and person he's got a good heart
HarryPotterGeek
I agree, but why is everyone so surprised when celebrities end up being decent human beings?
Fett2oo5
I think it is because so many aren't. And many have ulterior motives.
pyeman
Yeah I really love it when the most obvious comment is also the most upvoted
IwasBillNyeThePirateGuy
Why? Because it's obvious or because you didn't get there first?
pyeman
Neither actually. I just think that wit, originality and genuinely funny comments should be shown more love than banal internet cliches.
IwasBillNyeThePirateGuy
That would be assuming that the general populace of the internet has the capacity to appreciate originality which is a bit much to hope for
pyeman
"In imgur and politics, must always appeal to the lowest common denominator" - me
nation543
i have always loved robin williams. he is also a hardcore gamer :D
wutangbarrett
:(
Laterreur
seriously? Top comment for a story like this is a meme copy pasta? Are we on 9gag or something?
yourfaceilikethatshit
What is meme copy pasta? Is that similar to medium shells or rigatoni? Can I put Chunky Ragu on it?
pyeman
i think it's this...
Metlover
I think Robin deserves a little more. "Great guy Robin Williams." Heck, the dude is great human being.
hammerofthunder
It bothers me because we all have the ability and capacity to be this good. We just don't. We need to be more like the good people.
bender10
In the words of Kid President "We're all on the same team. It's about time we start acting like it."
iamjacksmirkingrevenge
I really like your comment.
RockerOfSocks
Your comment is really inspiring to me. Thank you.
Damnyousalazar
A lot of people are, it's just not on the scale you see. If Robin wasn't famous, we wouldn't know of this; many normal people are this good.
sowetoninja
That's a big problem IMO. Mass media sells the idea of apathy while the masses secretly sacrifice themselves for each other.
Tyriam
You two deserve some massive upvote.
iwantashortnameforonceohshit
"be the change you wish to see in the world" and what not (:
AdorableEvil
your head is on backwards :)
airandfingers
How about mine? ツ
iwantashortnameforonceohshit
people are always telling me that..