Robin Williams's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Robin Williams.

Robin Williams was a highly acclaimed American actor and comedian, celebrated for his exceptional improvisational talent and diverse character portrayals across both comedic and dramatic roles. Widely regarded as one of the greatest comedians ever, he earned numerous prestigious awards, including an Academy Award, multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Awards, and Grammy Awards. His contributions to the entertainment industry were further recognized with the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2005.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

1982: Quit Drugs and Alcohol After Belushi's Death

In 1982, the shock of John Belushi's death, along with the birth of his son Zak, prompted Robin Williams to quit drugs and alcohol. He turned to exercise and cycling to alleviate his depression shortly after Belushi's death.

1987: Appeared in Carol, Carl, Whoopi and Robin and Good Morning, Vietnam

In 1987, Robin Williams appeared in the sketch comedy special 'Carol, Carl, Whoopi and Robin' alongside Carol Burnett, Carl Reiner, and Whoopi Goldberg. Also in 1987, he starred in 'Good Morning, Vietnam' as Adrian Cronauer, a role that earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.

1987: Won Golden Globe for Good Morning, Vietnam

In 1987, Robin Williams won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor—Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for his role in Good Morning, Vietnam.

1991: Won Golden Globe for The Fisher King

In 1991, Robin Williams won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor—Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for his role in The Fisher King.

1992: Voiced the Genie in Aladdin

In 1992, Robin Williams voiced the Genie in Disney's 'Aladdin', improvising much of his dialogue and impersonating numerous celebrities. The movie became the highest-grossing film of the year, and Williams received a Special Golden Globe Award for Vocal Work in a Motion Picture for his role.

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1992: Won Golden Globe for Aladdin

In 1992, Robin Williams won the Special Golden Globe Award for Vocal Work in a Motion Picture for his role as Genie in Aladdin.

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1993: Won Golden Globe for Mrs. Doubtfire

In 1993, Robin Williams won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor—Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for his role in Mrs. Doubtfire.

1997: Won Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor

In 1997, Robin Williams won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Good Will Hunting.

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2004: Ranked on Comedy Central's list

In 2004, Robin Williams was voted 13th on Comedy Central's list of "100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time."

2005: Received Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award

In 2005, Robin Williams received the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award.

2009: Named a Disney Legend

In 2009, Robin Williams was named a Disney Legend, recognizing his contributions to Disney films, particularly his role in 'Aladdin'.

March 31, 2011: Broadway debut in Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo

On March 31, 2011, Robin Williams made his Broadway acting debut in Rajiv Joseph's 'Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo', receiving a Drama League Award nomination for his performance.