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Spongebob Squarepants tribute (July 02)

Robin, Will Ferrell and Ricky Gervais star in a special episode to celebrate SpongeBob SquarePants' 10th birthday... They'll appear in "Truth Or Square" later this year.

Hollywood Surprise Gig (June 18)

Last monday Robin did a surprise gig at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in LA and performed with the improv group Sentimental Lady. They perform there every monday night.

Robin has done surprise gigs at the UCB many times, both in New York, where he performed last year, and in Hollywood.

Thanks to Reyena for taking picture and letting us use it.
You can find more information about the Sentimental Lady imrpove group on their myspace

#1 Battle of the Smithsonian! (May 25)

 

"Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian" did extremely well during its opening weekend. The movie screens at 4,096 theaters and 160 IMAX sites, including the Smithsonian itself, and generated $53,500,000 in it's opening weekend alone. No other film could top that, which means "Battle of the Smithsonian" is ranked #1 in the US Box Office.
Distributor 20th Century Fox's exit polling classified 52 percent of the audience as "non-family" (the other 48 percent being families), and suggested that 55 percent of that crowd was under 25 years old with an even split between the genders.
source: boxofficemojo.com

Visit the Smitsonian (May 18)

 

At the Smithsonian in Washington, DC they've opened up a brand new section on their website, with all kinds of artifacts and information on the new film Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian.

On the website you can find all kinds of cool facts, but also a treasure map to bring when you plan on visiting the Smithsonian. When visiting the Smithsonian you can even watch a screening of the film in their IMAX theater. If you're unable to make it to Washington, you can also take a virtual tour on the Go Smithsonian website. It's worth a visit!

Tour Resumes on September 30, 2009! (May 13)

 

PRESS RELEASE - Robin Williams is returning to the road to resume his “Weapons of Self-Destruction” comedy tour after postponing several dates in March to undergo heart surgery. “Weapons” launched in September 2008 and played to rave reviews and sold out crowds. As the tour continues, Williams will unleash his “Weapons” on Chicago, Atlanta, Orlando and Washington DC, among many other cities. The announcement comes on the day of Robin’s highly anticipated return to the scene with a May 13 appearance on “The Late Show with David Letterman” and on the eve of the May 14 world premiere of Twentieth Century Fox Films’ “Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian,” in which Williams reprises his role as ‘Teddy Roosevelt’. That film is set for release on May 22.

This little break has given me more energy than ever,” said Williams. “Plus it’s wonderful to have a cow valve... If you don’t mind the grazing, it’s quite invigorating.

A string of rescheduled dates has been announced, as well as some brand new shows. For fans that had purchased tickets to previously postponed shows, those tickets will be honored for the rescheduled engagements. However, those ticket holders must contact the venue’s box office for details.

Click here for the complete Tour 2009 schedule!

Rescheduled Tour Dates, Letterman, Museum 2 and Shrink (May 12)

 

Tomorrow (wed May 13) the rescheduled tour dates will be announced. Of course the complete schedule will be available on this site as soon as it's available. If you'd like to receive the "Weapons of Self Destruction" Tour schedule in your mailbox, please sign up to receive our RWLive! Updates.

Also happening tomorrow: Robin will be visiting David Letterman tomorrow night! Be sure to tune in or tape it, it'll be an appearance more exciting than ever.

Today Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsionian had its World Premiere in London. The first reviews will be pouring in tomorrow morning.

Shrink has found a distributor and as of now the film is schedule to hit theaters (probably limited) late june or july.

Watch out, he's back! (May 06)

 

On March 23 in a press release it was mentioned that Robin's recovery would take about 8 weeks. Apparently those 8 weeks have passed! Robin performed last night in Mill Valley, CA (Throckmorton 142) with Mark Pitta & Friends. This was the first time he performed on stage after the surgery.

Here at the Fansite we're very relieved the recovery went well and as planned. We wish him good luck going back to work.

Rainforest SOS (May 05)

 

Robin has got involved in The Prince's Rainforest Projects. The focal point of the campaign is a 90-second public awareness film in which His Royal Highness appears alongside his sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, an array of well-known figures including Harrison Ford, the Dalai Lama, Daniel Craig, Robin Williams and children from around the world.

Each individual appears alongside an animated frog. The frog, created by Framestore, the Oscar-winning computer generated imagery (CGI) experts behind the film The Golden Compass, serves as a symbol of the rainforest.

The film will be broadcast for the first time today, at 1pm EST, on a variety of websites, including the social networking site MySpace. As the webcast is transmitted, the public awareness film will be shown at a launch event, attended by The Prince of Wales at London¹s National Geographic store.

The film can be viewed, and the public can demonstrate their support for the cause by visiting www.rainforestSOS.org

Wanna see Robin's contribution? Watch it here:

In a press release Robin tells us why he supports this cause:
“There are so many things in the rainforests that must be preserved - I believe that it is an exquisite part of the world - it needs us and much more important we need it. Please help.”

Zak's Film Debut! (May 01)

  The Graduates Poster

A few years ago Robin mentioned on the Jay Leno show that his oldest son Zak was interested in going into acting. This week the film The Graduates premieres in New York, in which Zak makes his first feature film appearance. Rogue Cinema reviewed the film and wrote the following about Zak's character and the film itself:

Mike "The Resonator" Resniski (Zak Williams): Mike showed up later in the film. He's a 28 year old guy that Josh went to school with. Josh spots him out and about and they have a beer together. Their conversation reveals that their lives have taken totally separate paths. Mike is big into golfing and has a bitchy wife, a bitchy mother-in-law and a baby. His conversation with Josh makes him realize how much he hates his life and wants his youth back. Zak Williams didn't have a huge part in the film, but he had a very notable part. He feels like so many of us who have felt their youth slip away from them without even realizing it had happened. One day they wake up with that, "How the hell did I get here?" feeling. He played his role perfectly, and I really felt for this guy. I hate to sound like a broken record, but Zak Williams is a really likeable actor. The great thing about him is, I could also see him taking up the spoiled rich bastard role in some other film with equal adroitness. (Woohoo!!! There's that vocabulary again!)

This film had so many characters and so much going on, there was really no other fair way to write this review than to mention as many of the notables as possible and to talk about their place and situation in the grand scheme of the film. There were some other side characters who also did a great job, but their roles were so small I'm not going to get into them here.

The Graduates was a surprisingly good film. I did feel like a few of the characters kind of got lost in the shuffle here and there, but that's to be expected in a film with this many characters and this much going on. Still considering how much there was going on with all the different aspects of the story, a film like this one could have easily become a total mess, losing any and all direction. This film however held everything together nicely and presents us with a coherent story about a time in our lives that was a huge period of transition for all of us. The end of high school is the end of one era and the beginning of a new one, and I think that those of us who've been through it, will all be able to identify with these characters and what they're going through.

This film is currently available for pre-sale and will be out on DVD in May with lots of great special features. If you love great independent films, then I seriously suggest picking up a copy.

If you'd like to find out more about this film or to order a copy for yourself, you can check out the film's website at http://www.thegraduatesmovie.com.

World's Greatest Dad (April 11)

 

World's Greatest Dad received very positive reviews after several screenings at the Sundance Film Festival. Recently the film has aqcuired a distributor and the film will have a limited release on August 21, 2009. But, before it hits theaters it'll screen at several film festivals (Boston and Syracuse). The film will also be released on "Video on Demand" prior to its official theatrical release in August.

Recently Bobcat Goldthwait spoke with Eric Kohn from The Wrap and told him:
The movie's biggest asset, of course, is Williams. The actor, one of Goldthwait's closest pals, had heart surgery on March 13, but Goldthwait hopes Williams can still help promote the movie. "He's on the high end on the curve to recovery," Goldthwait said. "When I saw him the other day, he had a lot of color and looked great. He's really supportive of the movie."
The full article can be found here.

All festival info, stills and clips can be found on the World's Greatest Dad page.
As soon as the list with theaters/cities is available, it'll be posted on the site. Stay tuned!!

Recovering! (March 23)

 

Robin is due to make a complete recovery within the next eight weeks after having undergone heart surgery on March 13, according to a statement released by his publicist. "Mr. Williams' operation went extremely well and we expect him to make a full recovery," said Cleveland Clinic staff cardiothoracic surgeon A. Marc Gillinov. "The 3-1/2-hour heart surgery was conducted to replace his aortic valve, repair his mitral valve, and correct his irregular heart beat."

Robin said in a statement, "The professionals at the University of Miami Hospital and ultimately at the Cleveland Clinic were all fantastic. I can't thank them enough for their kindness and dedication while I was in their care. I must also thank all the people who have expressed their love and concern for me. I have been deeply touched by their support. I got some great new material for the tour and can’t wait to get back on the road. I’m thinking the next leg of the tour will be 'Weapons of Self-Destruction and Reconstruction!'"

Robin undergoes surgery ; Tour postponed (March 05)

 

Robin has postponed the remainder of his "Weapons of Self-Destruction Tour" to undergo surgery for aortic valve replacement.

The tour is expected to resume in the fall, according to a release sent this afternoon from his publicist. It's been reported that the actor is a Miami hospital, however Williams' publicist would not confirm his location.

"I'm so touched by everyone's support and well wishes," said Robin in the release. "This tour has been amazing fun and I can't wait to get back out on the road after a little tune-up."

Previously purchased tickets will be honored once the new dates are scheduled or ticketholders can contact their place of purchase for refunds.

RWF Note: We'll change the site asap. Emails are welcome, but we can't forward them to Robin. Feel free to email though (we will store and bundle all emails and if we get the opportunity we'll send this to Robin's people), but if you want to reach Robin we advice you to use the fanmail address.

Below a video of CNN Breaking News March 06, explaining the situation.

Florida shows cancelled (March 04) *edit March 04 - 5:10pm(pt)

 

Robin is forced to cancel the 4 performances scheduled this week in Florida, after experiencing shortness of breath.
A doctor advised Robin to rest up for a week before returning to the stage on wednesday next week.
The cancelled shows will be rescheduled and tickets for those performances will be honored at the new dates.

Please visit the Weapons of Self Destruction page for more information and for an updated schedule.

Here at RWF we wish Robin well and look forward to see him back on the road once his health allows him!

*edit* Unofficial sources said that Robin is in the Intensive Care at a Miami Hospital with heart issues and could be laid up for a while.
*edit* Unofficial sources said that Robin is indeed hospitalzed, but not in the ICU. He's expected to leave the hospital tomorrow. More news from a positive side: Lance Armstrong spoke with Robin earlier wednesday evening and said the following: He's doing fine and was in good spirits. Guy can't quite cracking jokes. Killer spirit.

Robin returns to Broadway this spring! (February 27) *edit Feb 28*

  Robin Williams on Broadway 2009  

This spring Robin will bring his 80-city sold out "Weapons of Self Destruction" tour to Broadway. He'll be performing 5 times between April 28 and May 03 at the relatively small Neil Simon Theatre.
Tickets will go on sale this sunday (March 01) and because many people asked and waited for some NY shows to be added to the Tour list, the shows will most likely sell out fast.
*edit Feb 28* Tickets go on sale on March 01 @ 8am!!

Robin about returning to Broadway: "I'm excited to be back on Broadway. It's been a blast working on new material for this tour. The current state of the country's political and economic climate, while so hard on so many people, has been like gold for a comedian. There's just so much that's ripe for the picking."

Last time Robin performed on Broadway was on July 14, 2002 when he did a performance that aired live on HBO, which is available on DVD titled: Robin Williams: Live on Broadway.

Have Robin record your voicemail?!?! (February 21)

 

Tired of the same old 'Leave a message after the beep' on your voicemail or answering machine? With this auction, you can have Robin record your outgoing message for you! Everyone who calls you will be thrilled to hear a Hollywood legend asking them to leave their name and number for you. This is truly a unique opportunity to support a great cause. All proceeds benefit International Medical Corps.

The auction can be found on Ebay and ends saturday Feb. 28, 2009 7PM (pt)

Robin now bringing his weapons to Vegas! (February 13)

 

After a 2 month hiatus, Robin is currently touring again! And just like in the past couple of years, Robin will return to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV for a Memorial Day Weekend Performance!

Tickets (priced at $225, $175 and $100, not including applicable service charges and taxes) go on sale Saturday, Feb. 14 at 10 a.m. at all Las Vegas Ticketmaster locations (select Smith’s Food and Drug Centers and Ritmo Latino). Ticket sales are limited to eight per person. To charge by phone with a major credit card, call Ticketmaster at (702) 745-3000. Tickets also are available for purchase online at www.ticketmaster.com.

Nothing But the Truth (February 03)

 

This month a DVD will be released that contains an interviewe with Robin on the set of Mork and Mindy in 1978. He changes his speaking voice about every five seconds, but he does attempt to be serious when discussing his father, as well as his new-found fame.
Rona Barrett's Hollywood: Nothing But the Truth also contains interviews with John Wayne,Raquel Welch, Burt Reynolds, Cher, John Travolta, Robin Williams, Carol Burnett, Richard Dreyfuss, Donna Summer, & Priscilla Presley.
The DVD will be released on February 10, 2009

"I'm desperately naive" (January 22)

 

Robin did a couple of interviews when promoting World's Greatest Dad when it premiered at the Sundance Film Festival last weekend. Below you can find a short, but rather unusual interview.

Robin Williams may play a wise old sage in many of his movies but in reality, he claims to be 'desperately naive.' "I'm not wise at all in real life," said the star at the Sundance Film Festival premiere of his new comedy movie World's Greatest Dad. "I'm desperately naive most of the time." But the star is able to turn to his three children, Zachary, 25, Zelda, 19, and Cody, 17 for advice when he needs it. "The good news is I have great friends and family," he said. "My children I ask not just for advice but I also get a perspective from them on how I'm doing." Robin was happy to be at the festival in snowy Park City Utah to promote the new comedy film in which he plays a flawed single dad and wannabe writer. "It feels lovely," he said, before adding; "I'm quite capable of dealing with the cold."
published by thisissurreytoday.co.uk

World's Greatest Dad World Premiere! (January 19)

 

Yesterday (sunday January 18th) World's Greatest Dad Premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. The film can be seen at the festival 3 more times.
As for every premiere or World Premiere, Robin was there to attend the screening and promote his new film.

World's Great Dad Premiere World's Great Dad Premiere World's Great Dad Premiere

The first review has been published as well, which can be read below. Of course more reviews will follow.

One of the oddest comedic star vehicles since Jim Carrey reached his outer limits in "The Cable Guy", Bobcat Goldthwait's "World's Greatest Dad' provides Robin Williams with his best role in years. Obscene in concept and execution, the movie functions as a highly subversive anti-morality tale disguised as a mainstream laughfest. Williams plays single father Lance, who teaches at the high school where his universally unliked son Kyle (Daryl Sabara) attends, until Kyle's apparent suicide. In a moment of uncalculated fury, Williams's character,a talented writer,composes a suicide note for his late offspring to make him look better. The ruse works, and Kyle becomes a posthumous hero for the scholastic community that originally rejected him. Goldthwait, building on the edgy turf he first explored with his previous Sundance entry, "Sleeping Dogs Lie", excels at accomplishing his exceedingly naughty intentions.
Goldthwait's script takes several plot twists to arrive at its central premise, and the journey there feels awfully derivative. But that's the point: "World's Greatest Dad" works wonderfully as a rich black comedy willing to reach into virtually unprecedented territory to both offend, enrage and finally entertain its theoretical audience. The only question is whether that audience exists. Either way, Williams does penance for his lesser studio comedies (This isn't "Mrs. Doubtfire", Goldthwait joked at the premiere) and it would benefit him to go this far again.
written by Eric Kohn - Indiewire.com

Comedy Night in Mill Valley (January 15)

 

Last tuesday Robin joined his close friends from Improv Days in the early 80s and they kept the stage burning until 11PM.

Every tuesday it's Comedy Night at the Throckmorton Theater in Mill Valley, CA with Mark Pitta & Friends. In the past year Robin often joined Mark Pitta on stage.

People's Choice Award Winner! (January 08)

  Robin winning the People's Choice Awards in 2007!!

Last night Robin won the People's Choice Award in the category Favorite Scene-Stealing Guest Star. He was up against Britney Spears and Luke Perry.
This is the third year in a row that Robin won a People's Choice Award. In the previous two years he won in the category Funniest Man.

 

Left: Accepting the award was an emotional moment ;).

People's Choice Awards Tonight! (January 07)

  Robin winning the People's Choice Awards in 2007!!

Whether Robin is going to win the People's Choice Award or not, he'll be on stage at the event no matter what as he'll be one of the many presenters at tonight's event. Other presenters are: David Boreanaz, Tom Cavanagh, Jennifer Esposito, Teri Hatcher, Kate Hudson, Carrie Ann Inaba, Eric McCormack, Debra Messing, Jay Mohr, Shemar Moore, Kid Rock, Gavin Rossdale, Seal and Marisa Tomei.

So, be sure to tune in tonight!

Left: In 2007 Robin won the People's Choice Award in the category "Favorite Funny Male Star", which he'd also win in 2008.

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