Celebrity Death Blog

British film directory and actor, Richard Attenborough died at the age of 90 around lunchtime on Sunday, August 24, 2014. He was a successful director and actor, most famously seen in Jurassic Park, The Great Escape and Christmas classic, the Miracle of 34th Street. He also won 2 oscars for directing Gandhi. He is succeeded by his wife, and children. He was also the brother of famous British naturalist and documentarian, David Attenborough.

Robin Williams, comedian and actor, died at 63 in Los Angeles of asphyxia in his hotel room. He was found dead in his room and the cause of death has been confirmed as suicide, his second attempt that day alone. He is succeeded by his three sons and daughter, and wife. The comedian was best known for his roles in the animated film Aladdin, Good Morning Vietnam, Mrs. Doubtfire (which he was slated to do a sequel for), Dead Poet's Society and Good Will Hunting, for which he won an oscar award.