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 in both comedic and dramatic roles. Widely regarded as one of history's greatest comedians, he earned numerous prestigious awards, including an Academy Award, multiple Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, Grammy Awards, and Screen Actors Guild Awards. He received the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2005, cementing his legacy as a versatile and beloved entertainer.

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

1979: Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album

In 1979, Robin Williams won a Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album for Reality ... What a Concept, recorded live at the Copacabana in New York City.

1982: Quit drugs and alcohol after Belushi's death

In 1982, the death of John Belushi from a drug overdose, 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.

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

In 1987, Robin Williams appeared in the sketch comedy special Carol, Carl, Whoopi and Robin, acting alongside Carol Burnett, Carl Reiner, and Whoopi Goldberg. 1987 also marked Williams's first major break as he starred in the movie Good Morning, Vietnam, earning him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actor.

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1987: Oscar Nomination for Good Morning, Vietnam

In 1987, Robin Williams received an Oscar nomination for his role in Good Morning, Vietnam.

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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".

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1989: Oscar Nomination for Dead Poets Society

In 1989, Robin Williams received an Oscar nomination for his role in Dead Poets Society.

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1991: Oscar Nomination for The Fisher King

In 1991, Robin Williams received an Oscar nomination for his role in The Fisher King.

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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".

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1992: Won Golden Globe for Vocal Work in '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".

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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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2002: Release of Robin Williams: Live on Broadway

In 2002, Robin Williams released his one-man show (and subsequent DVD), Robin Williams: Live on Broadway. In that same year, he was voted 13th on Comedy Central's list of "100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time."

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