Robin Williams’ son has paid an emotive tribute to his father on what would have been his 73rd birthday.
Zachary Pym Williams, son of the late actor, shared a post in Instagram marking the anniversary of his father’s birthday. Williams died by suicide at the age of 63 in 2014. He has two children, Zachary and Zelda.
“Dad, on what would be your 73rd birthday, I remember you for all the hope and joy you brought to the world,” Zachary wrote on Instagram on Sunday (July 21).
The post was accompanied by a black and white photo of the late actor smiling as he posed for the camera while sat in front of a couch.
The tribute added: “There’s not a week that goes by without someone sharing with me how you helped them through a dark time or a rough patch. I’m so grateful and proud to be your son. Love you forever.”
Zachary recently also paid tribute on Father’s Day in an Instagram post where he praised his father’s “thoughtfulness and compassion.”
“On this 10th Father’s Day without you, I’m remembering your incredible thoughtfulness and compassion for others,” he wrote. “Thank you for showing me what it truly means to be unconditionally loving and kind. I miss you and love you today and every day,” he wrote at the time.
Williams starred in dozens of classic comedies and dramas including Mrs. Doubtfire, Dead Poets Society, Jumanji and Good Morning, Vietnam.
After the actor’s death, it was revealed that he had unknowingly suffered a rare form of progressive dementia that impacts thought and reasoning, after being misdiagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
Since his passing, Williams’ wife, Susan Schneider Williams has been dedicated to educating people about her husband’s illness.
A documentary released in 2021, Robin’s Wish, investigated the final months of the late legend’s life and also helped to raise awareness about his condition.