The world lost one of its greatest comedians earlier this week when Robin Williams died at the age of 63 on Monday. Many of us have fond memories of the talented actor, but given his wide collection of work, we each may identify with different roles that he played. Since the tragic news of Williams’ death stunned people around the globe, fans have been wanting to re-watch Aladdin, but the film was never available on Blu-ray in North America and is currently locked away in Disney’s “vault,” meaning you can’t go out and purchase the film. As a way to appease the fans and celebrate Williams’ legacy, Disney has announced that the film will play several times across its networks this weekend! [Read more…]
Actor Robin Williams Dead At 63 [Updated]
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Shocking news has emerged as actor Robin Williams died in his home today due to an apparent suicide. He was found unconscious, according to the Marin County Sheriff’s office, from what appears to be asphyxiation. The news has shaken not only the entertainment industry but beyond, as the famed actor had touched generations of audiences around the world. Known for the sheer amount of energy he was able to portray in his performances, both in his acting and comedic work, he has left an indelible mark. (Updated with a statement from Disney.) [Read more…]