PBS NewsHour

Robin Williams made transformation look effortless

Clip: 08/12/2014 | 7m 52s

The death of Robin Williams, beloved American comedian and actor, has sparked an outpouring of shock and sadness. Jeffrey Brown joins A. O. Scott of The New York Times and Budd Friedman, founder of Improv Comedy Club, to look back at the “exuberance, sweetness and generosity” of William’s talent.

Aired: 08/12/14

Rating: NR

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