There's sadness and shock following the death of one of Hollywood's most-loved stars.
Actor Robin Williams has been found dead in what police describe as a suspected suicide at his home in California.
It's believed the 63-year-old had been grappling with severe depression recently.
The actor has been described as a 'comic genius'.
Described as "one of a kind" by US President Barack Obama, Robin Williams shot to prominence in the TV show Mork and Mindy, before going onto star in films including Dead Poets Society, Mrs. Doubtfire and Good Morning Vietnam.
LA-based entertainment reporter for CNN, Alan Duke, says the actor had battled with addiction in the past but had appeared to be in good health in recent years.
Johnny Depp described Robin Williams as an extraordinary man, while Kevin Spacey said he made the world laugh and think.
His wife Susan Schneider issued a statement overnight calling him one of the world's most beloved artists.
Broadcaster and movie critic Dave Fanning has recalled meeting Williams for an interview, he said he was just as entertaining before the camera rolled:
Well-known as one of Hollywood's funniest men, Williams was also a fine dramatic actor.
He picked up three Oscar nominations, winning the Best Supporting Actor award for his role as a psychologist in Good Will Hunting.
