KISS, KORN, BLACK SABBATH, SLIPKNOT, ANTHRAX Members React To ROBIN WILLIAMS' Death
August 11, 2014Paul Stanley (KISS),Tom Morello (RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE),Ozzy Osbourne (BLACK SABBATH),Brian "Head" Welch (KORN),Corey Taylor (SLIPKNOT, STONE SOUR),Yngwie Malmsteen, Charlie Benante (ANTHRAX),Stephen Pearcy (RATT),Michael Sweet (STRYPER) and Lzzy Hale (HALESTORM) are among the musicians who reacted on Twitter and Facebook to the passing of actor and comedian Robin Williams, who died earlier today (Monday, August 11) of a suspected suicide due to asphyxia.
Williams was found dead at his home in Tiburon, California.
A forensic examination is set to take place on August 12.
The actor was reportedly battling severe depressing before his death.
His third wife, Susan Schneider, released a statement after the announcement of his death.
"This morning, I lost my husband and my best friend, while the world lost one of its most beloved artists and beautiful human beings," she wrote. "I am utterly heartbroken.
"On behalf of Robin's family, we are asking for privacy during our time of profound grief.
"As he is remembered, it is our hope the focus will not be on Robin's death, but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions."
RIP fellow Illinois Entertainer-In-Arms Robin Williams. Thankyou for bringing joy to so many with ur peerless wit. #DeadPoetsSocietyRules
— Tom Morello (@tmorello) August 12, 2014
So sad to hear of the loss of robin Williams. We met him years ago. What an amazing talent and sweet man. So sad.
— Morgan Rose (@morgan7d) August 12, 2014
Very sad .... So much talent #RIPRobinWilliams
— Godsmack Official (@Godsmack_Music) August 12, 2014
Lord, take Robin Williams with you, please I wanna laugh for Eternity! Last year video surius http://t.co/IYb6IDGGM4
— Brian Welch (@brianheadwelch) August 12, 2014
Saddened by the recent news about #RobinWilliams#RIP#nanonano
— Dave Lombardo (@TheDaveLombardo) August 12, 2014
R.I.P. ROBIN WILLIAMS :( http://t.co/uqkEcNPmPA
— Bumblefoot (@bumblefoot) August 12, 2014
A staple of my childhood. You will be missed #ripRobinWilliamshttp://t.co/dEGhjtbymW
— Lzzy Hale (@LZZYHALE) August 12, 2014
RIP Robin Williams. A tragic loss to depression. So sad. pic.twitter.com/C4vGjCrYX0
— Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) August 12, 2014
RIP Mork from Ork.
— Mr. Blasko (@blasko1313) August 11, 2014
I’m speechless… Robin Williams was such an amazing and important man. My condolences to his family. Rest in peace.
— Wolfgang Van Halen (@WolfVanHalen) August 11, 2014
Never a dull moment Robin! See you in Never Never Land! The world will laugh forever!!! http://t.co/QLAHSrpNZA
— Airbourne (@Airbourne) August 11, 2014
Not laughing. Saddened...#Morkpic.twitter.com/Z3ob0R94JG
— Brent Fitz (@brentfitz) August 11, 2014
holy shit. R.I.P. robn williams. grew up with that man, what beautiful gifts he gave to us
— Flea (@flea333) August 11, 2014
So very sad to hear of Robin Williams passing. He entertained the world and was truly one of a kind. He'll never be forgotten.
— Andy Biersack (@AndyBVB) August 11, 2014
R.I.P. - the best. pic.twitter.com/LNWbwPNyhS
— Paolo Gregoletto (@TriviumPaolo) August 11, 2014
Robin you were amazing. Thank you and God be with your family.
— Clint Lowery (@clintlowerynet) August 11, 2014
I'm in shock over the news of Robin Williams passing! It's so tragic & a reminder of how precious life is. God bless Robin & his family....
— MichaelSweet Stryper (@michaelhsweet) August 11, 2014
RIP Robin Williams; you will live forever in people's hearts. You were a true entertainer.
— Yngwie Malmsteen (@OfficialYJM) August 11, 2014
— Robb Rivera (@RobbRiveraNP) August 11, 2014
RIP @robinwilliams condolences to family and friends.. @Megadeth
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— David Ellefson (@ellefsondavid) August 11, 2014
Very sad to hear of the passing of Robin Williams. An icon of the entertainment world. Praying for his family...
— Oz Fox (@SirOzFox) August 11, 2014
OMG!!!! R.I.P. #RobinWilliams Possibley The Best Comedian/Actor Ever!! The whole World will miss you!O:-)<3 pic.twitter.com/YOvtDbYKlY
— BulletBoys (@TheBulletBoys) August 11, 2014
“@TheSoundLA: Robin Williams is dead at 63 pic.twitter.com/ptUp0eppJK”
RIP Mr Williams:(
— DOUG ALDRICH (@Douglas_Aldrich) August 11, 2014
I'm pretty shocked about Robin Williams, sad sad sad
— Charlie Benante (@skisum) August 11, 2014
So sad. RIP Robin Williams http://t.co/9wSZtBK7LT
— Stevie D. (@StevieDacanay) August 11, 2014
We're all big Robin Williams fans in Periphery. RIP.
— Jake Bowen (@JakePeriphery) August 11, 2014
REST IN PEACE ROBIN WILLIAMS. Your incredible talent will be missed.
— James Michael (@james_a_michael) August 11, 2014
RIP Robin Williams .. Comedic Genius , and lovely man ?
— Glenn Hughes (@glenn_hughes) August 11, 2014
One of the world greatest actor/comedians died today. RIP Robin Williams! You will be missed. #bummed
— A S H B A (@DjASHBA) August 11, 2014
RIP Robbin Williams! You made me laugh more than anyone!
— Billy Biohazard (@billybiohazard) August 12, 2014
If you know and love this movie as I do, you will now shed tears. #RIPRobinWilliamspic.twitter.com/qwlFpkmM9T
— Damon Johnson (@DamonJOfficial) August 12, 2014
Depression is aggressive and merciless. #RIPRobinWilliams
— Damon Johnson (@DamonJOfficial) August 12, 2014
Robin, cheering for the Denver Broncos in 1980 #RIPRobinWilliamspic.twitter.com/IDqOfbFROJ
— Damon Johnson (@DamonJOfficial) August 12, 2014
Whoa. Robin Williams. Sorry to hear this. I understand the struggle. Condolences to friends and family.
— Eric Avery (@ericavery) August 12, 2014
Robin Williams? Really?
— Jerry Horton (@jerryhorton) August 12, 2014
So sad to hear about @robinwilliams The world has lost one of their best friends.
— Eddie Ojeda (@EddieOjeda) August 12, 2014
Such a tragic loss. I will always have amazing memories of @RobinWilliams. Respect and love goes out to his family.
— Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) August 11, 2014
Oh my god, my heart just broke. #RIPRobinWilliams
— Captain Fluffy Bug (@CoreyTaylorRock) August 11, 2014
No one ever made me laugh like Robin Williams. Now I can't stop crying. We'll miss you, Mr. Williams.
— Captain Fluffy Bug (@CoreyTaylorRock) August 11, 2014
RIP Robin Williams
— FrankBello (@TheFrankBello) August 11, 2014
Not sure if this is a rumor or not but if it is not then RIP Robin Williams. One of the best actors ever.
— Nonpoint (@nonpoint) August 11, 2014
So sad! Had the honor of meeting him once! RT @nytimesarts: Robin Williams, Oscar-Winning Comedian, Dies at 63 http://t.co/UBjf0xdqiD
— Dave Navarro (@DaveNavarro) August 11, 2014
RIP Robin Williams. He was an incredible comedian. I have all his albums. Such a comic genius.
— Danko Jones (@dankojones) August 11, 2014
I met Robin Williams twice. The 2nd time I was able to throw his joke back at him. I told him "The… http://t.co/SZ7S7Ut2QR
— Danko Jones (@dankojones) August 11, 2014
We just lost the last of the golden age of comedy …….
— Zach Myers (@ZMyersOfficial) August 11, 2014
Very sad news about Robin Williams! You will be missed! RIP. pic.twitter.com/oPl15eE0vQ
— Official Motörhead (@myMotorhead) August 12, 2014
Rest In Peace Mr. Williams.
— Philip Labonte (@philthatremains) August 12, 2014
Very sad news. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to Robin Williams family and friends. You will be missed! pic.twitter.com/Jkld3QGZ2c
— Official Dio (@OfficialRJDio) August 12, 2014
Speechless…Robin Williams was one the greats! Sad day.
— SavingAbel (@SavingAbel) August 12, 2014
The entire Osbourne Family is grieving the loss of a kind, funny, generous and talented man, Robin Williams.
— Sharon Osbourne (@MrsSOsbourne) August 11, 2014
I’m so sad and devastated to hear of the passing of Robin Williams. My thoughts are with his family.
— Sharon Osbourne (@MrsSOsbourne) August 11, 2014
We've lost a very special human being. RIP Robin Williams. Call 1-800-273-8255 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline pic.twitter.com/fRhKPEhmKw
— ☆ OTEP SHAMAYA ☆ (@otepofficial) August 12, 2014
Ah shit, rip Robin Williams. Popeye was my favourite thing he did. :(
— Devin Townsend (@dvntownsend) August 11, 2014
#RestInPeace@robinwilliams What A Great Talent and Loss to the World:(
— Paul Shortino (@PaulShortino) August 11, 2014
R I P Sweet Robin...Sad Day...
Thoughts & Prayers To Family & Friends...XX http://t.co/IZGoUr1KRl
— David Coverdale (@davidcoverdale) August 11, 2014
Robin Williams. Sad news. Hook, Doubtfire, Hunting. Legend!
— JB Brubaker (@JB_Burns_Red) August 11, 2014
RIP Robin Williams! http://t.co/77N9NvpCJu
— Ben Orum (@BenOrum) August 11, 2014
Robin Williams has committed suicide. Obvious proof that material wealth means nothing when battling depression. Thank you for the laughter
— Marten Andersson (@anderssonmarten) August 12, 2014
Robbin Williams RIP, such a loss. Amen
— STEPHEN PEARCY (@StephenEPearcy) August 12, 2014
RIP Robin Williams.. Wow…
— Dan Spitz (@danspitz) August 12, 2014
So sad, so sad, he who made me laugh so much; one of the greats is now gone. #RIPRobinWilliams Be at peace, Robin.
— Phil Soussan (@philsoussan) August 12, 2014
RIP Robin Williams... tragic ending to such a talent & great career.
— Mike Orlando (@MikeOrlando1) August 12, 2014
A real shame that people who can give so much light to the world can have so much darkness in their own. RIP Robin Williams. Sadly missed!
— rickywarwick (@rickywarwick) August 12, 2014
Heartbreaking to hear about Robin Williams. Whatever demons haunted him in life he brought so much laughter to all. He's finally at peace...
— Candice Night (@TruCandiceNight) August 12, 2014
R.I.P. pic.twitter.com/noUxfZwhF0
— Terry Balsamo (@TerryBalsamo) August 12, 2014
We were LUCKY to have Robin Williams as long as we did.
— Vernon Reid (@vurnt22) August 12, 2014
RIP Robin Williams #trueoriginal#Carpediem
— Lizzy Borden (@realLizzyborden) August 12, 2014
#RIP to one of the best ever, Sir Robin Williams.
— Def Leppard (@def_leppard) August 12, 2014
Speechless over Robins death,you never know who's hurting behind there smile... Via Con Dios....
— Xavier Muriel (@XavierMuriel) August 12, 2014
RIP Robin Williams. Very sad loss, he brought joy to so many of us our entire lives. May he find peace in the... http://t.co/PWZ17hy8fx
— TAPROOT (@FollowTaproot) August 12, 2014
Life is so very fragile. RIP Robin.You gave us all such joy.;(
— Nikki Sixx (@NikkiSixx) August 12, 2014
Robin Williams blessed us with his presence , his brilliant mind and his gift of comic genius. A true ... http://t.co/NpXpBtq2pD
— matt sorum (@mattsorum) August 12, 2014
RIP Robin Williams http://t.co/jm763GLDad
— Ugly Kid Joe (@UglyKidJoeBand) August 12, 2014
RIP Robin Williams. Thank you for a lifetime of laughter. You will truely be missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to your family & friends
— Chester Bennington (@ChesterBe) August 12, 2014
Sad to see when those that bring the most joy also suffer the most pain. #ItAlwaysGetsBetter#RIPRobinWilliams
— Chris Kael (@5FDPChrisKael) August 12, 2014
So sad to imagine that someone who brought so much joy and laughter to others felt so much saddness and despair.... http://t.co/v5f3mrcqPo
— sacred reich (@SacredReich) August 12, 2014
This is the saddest day ever! The kindest man I have ever met leaves us all today! @robinwilliams my heart bleeds pic.twitter.com/sUWe4lp8hK
— T❍mmy L✮✮ (@MrTommyLand) August 12, 2014
Mr. Williams, Thank you for sharing your incredible gifts with us all. Now I know that Nanoo Nanoo means See you on the other side...
— Rudy Sarzo (@rudysarzo) August 12, 2014
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