Robin Williams’ Son Reflects on Father’s Struggle With Depression In a recent appearance on ‘Good Morning Britain,’ Zak Williams opened up about his father’s struggles and health issues. His father, Robin Williams, died by suicide almost five years ago on August 11. It was sad to see someone who was suffering so…As a family member and a child, you want to do everything you can to help soothe and ease what seemed to be intense personal pain. Zak Williams, via ‘Good Morning Britain’ Looking back, Zak admitted he felt a sense of “helplessness” when it came to supporting his father.
I didn't know what I could do, or how I could be of the best support…We all loved him so and found it difficult because he wasn't always open to sharing his personal pain and struggle…Zak Williams, via ‘Good Morning Britain’ For Zak, the most “heartbreaking” thing was watching his dad carry on his happy persona regardless of his inner pain.

He still went out and wanted to share his feelings of laughter and humor with the world… While he was suffering and struggling, he still went out and performed…Zak Williams, via ‘Good Morning Britain’