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Robin Williams
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Breaking story that he's been found dead in an apparent suicide
Kinda hope its a hoax. Genuinely gutted if true
Breaking story that he's been found dead in an apparent suicide
Kinda hope its a hoax. Genuinely gutted if true
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There are any number of reasons to call for the sacking of Alan Brazil. The fact that he's a corpulent has-been forever boasting about the corporate do's he and his cronies attend in the name of Sports Journalism whilst managing to talk a massive amount of rubbish is probably as much reason as his ill considered opinions on suicide and depression.
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He said he had no sympathy for him and that his actions had been diabolical with the situation he had left for his family.
Can't say I disagree, the PC brigade are out in force though.
Can't say I disagree, the PC brigade are out in force though.
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A spokeswoman expressed regret over any offence caused when Sports Breakfast presenter Alan Brazil said he was ‘really annoyed’ with the former Hollywood actor for taking his own life.
‘I believe he’s got a daughter as well, what’s she feeling like this morning?,’ he said.
‘Now she’s got to sort the arrangements out. I think it’s just shocking, I really do. I don’t have a lot of sympathy, I’m sorry.’
Hang him!
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Ent wrote:He said he had no sympathy for him and that his actions had been diabolical with the situation he had left for his family.
Can't say I disagree, the PC brigade are out in force though.
Whilst I don't want Brazil sacked, what makes him an expert? I thought he was an ex Footballer, and not a very good one at that.
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There is that though.
The fact that you leave behind loved ones, who have to live the rest of their lives in sadness, missing you.
Which in turn would leave them depressed, maybe leading them to alcohol etc.
The fact that you leave behind loved ones, who have to live the rest of their lives in sadness, missing you.
Which in turn would leave them depressed, maybe leading them to alcohol etc.
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Stella wrote:Ent wrote:He said he had no sympathy for him and that his actions had been diabolical with the situation he had left for his family.
Can't say I disagree, the PC brigade are out in force though.
Whilst I don't want Brazil sacked, what makes him an expert? I thought he was an ex Footballer, and not a very good one at that.
Do you have to be an expert to realise the effect the actions could have on family and close friends? He's got kids so I guess that makes him as good a judge as anyone.
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I was listening to the show at the time. And unless he's sacked, it was also the last time I ever listened to the station.seanmichaels wrote:Would have thought you'd be more constructive then? Have you heard what he said or did you read it in the Guardian?
It's a shame that people like Brazil, and countless 'comedians' are making headlines for such insensitive comments. It's really put a shadow over what was an incredible man and career. Jumanji alone makes Robin Williams' career worth more than any of them.
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seanmichaels wrote:Stella wrote:Ent wrote:He said he had no sympathy for him and that his actions had been diabolical with the situation he had left for his family.
Can't say I disagree, the PC brigade are out in force though.
Whilst I don't want Brazil sacked, what makes him an expert? I thought he was an ex Footballer, and not a very good one at that.
Do you have to be an expert to realise the effect the actions could have on family and close friends? He's got kids so I guess that makes him as good a judge as anyone.
I have kids, but I won't judge a dead man, who was obviously mentally ill. I thought he was on talksport to talk about sport, hence my question on him being an expert.
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TheSecondComing wrote:I was listening to the show at the time. And unless he's sacked, it was also the last time I ever listened to the station.seanmichaels wrote:Would have thought you'd be more constructive then? Have you heard what he said or did you read it in the Guardian?
It's a shame that people like Brazil, and countless 'comedians' are making headlines for such insensitive comments. It's really put a shadow over what was an incredible man and career. Jumanji alone makes Robin Williams' career worth more than any of them.
Sorry but Jumanji was sh.t
Well, from what I saw. I lasted about 15 minutes.
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If I hear you say Jumanji was a good film one more time AzzyMahmood, I'm gonna track you down and slap you silly
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TheSecondComing wrote:I was listening to the show at the time. And unless he's sacked, it was also the last time I ever listened to the station.seanmichaels wrote:Would have thought you'd be more constructive then? Have you heard what he said or did you read it in the Guardian?
It's a shame that people like Brazil, and countless 'comedians' are making headlines for such insensitive comments. It's really put a shadow over what was an incredible man and career. Jumanji alone makes Robin Williams' career worth more than any of them.
You need to be a bit less sensitive. At the end of the day there are 150,000 on a mountain in Iraq who would benefit more from your sympathy than the multi millionaire Robin Williams.
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True Sean, but there are people doing something about the refugees in Iraq. No-one has done anything about Alan Brazil.
Dave, what is it about Jumanji that you didn't like? You remind me of the hunter bloke, lethal, precise, stone-cold. I admire you.
Dave, what is it about Jumanji that you didn't like? You remind me of the hunter bloke, lethal, precise, stone-cold. I admire you.
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TheSecondComing wrote:Not sure if I'm allowed to ask people to sign a petition, but I have created one on change.org to call on Talksport to sack Alan Brazil. Would be indebted to you if you'd sign it:
https://www.change.org/en-GB/petitions/talksport-sack-alan-brazil-for-his-comments-relating-to-the-tragic-death-of-robin-williams
How dare the man have an opinion of his own. The very nerve!
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What exactly needs to be done about Alan brazil?
Nothing.
Nothing.
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I do find it rather pathetic that someone is trying to get someone else sacked simply on the basis that they disagree with their opinion.
Still there are some people in the world today, the eternally offended is a good name for them, who actively look to be offended, and take offence on behalf of others, so perhaps it is not too surprising.
Still there are some people in the world today, the eternally offended is a good name for them, who actively look to be offended, and take offence on behalf of others, so perhaps it is not too surprising.
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He shouldn't be fired, but he should probably apologise.
He should be sacked for being pretty terrible though
He should be sacked for being pretty terrible though
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Plus he was never in Jumanji, which is a black mark against his name.
Dave, can you not like one part of that film? Not even the supermarket craziness? Which RW films did you like?
Dave, can you not like one part of that film? Not even the supermarket craziness? Which RW films did you like?
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And the thread goes off on a tangent again!
I admired Williams a lot and thought he made some great family films. Hook gives me fond memories of my childhood and Mrs Doubtfire still makes me laugh today. Jumanji was entertaining when I saw it, yeh it isn't great but it's a kids film and there to entertain kids!
Personally I thought Good Morning Vietnam was his best. I still remember my brothers letting me watch it on video with them even though I was young and annoyed them.
May Robin rest peacefully
I admired Williams a lot and thought he made some great family films. Hook gives me fond memories of my childhood and Mrs Doubtfire still makes me laugh today. Jumanji was entertaining when I saw it, yeh it isn't great but it's a kids film and there to entertain kids!
Personally I thought Good Morning Vietnam was his best. I still remember my brothers letting me watch it on video with them even though I was young and annoyed them.
May Robin rest peacefully
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Duty281 wrote:I do find it rather pathetic that someone is trying to get someone else sacked simply on the basis that they disagree with their opinion.
Still there are some people in the world today, the eternally offended is a good name for them, who actively look to be offended, and take offence on behalf of others, so perhaps it is not too surprising.
Suicide contradicts the natural inclination of the human being to preserve and perpetuate his life. It is gravely contrary to the just love of self. It likewise offends love of neighbor because it unjustly breaks the ties of solidarity with family, nation, and other human societies to which we continue to have obligations. Suicide is contrary to love for the living God.
Who wants to sign my petition to God asking him to sack the Pope? In fact, let's f***ing sack all the catholics.
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*I would sign a petition asking for the pope to be sacked*
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RIP
I saw an interview with Mel Gibson discussing Robin Williams passing.
As we know Gibson is a Christian and he seemed conflicted when giving his response. Did not know what quite to say really so just stated that it was sad and he hoped Williams had gone to a nice place.
I saw an interview with Mel Gibson discussing Robin Williams passing.
As we know Gibson is a Christian and he seemed conflicted when giving his response. Did not know what quite to say really so just stated that it was sad and he hoped Williams had gone to a nice place.
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This thread is not veering off again. Either pay tributes to Williams or post nothing.
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I too loved Hook. Mrs Doubtfire is an all-time great film. Jumanji was good. I loved Dead Poets Society, Good Morning Vietnam, and his small part in Hamlet.
He was a darn fine Teddy Roosevelt too.
He was a darn fine Teddy Roosevelt too.
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Moscow on the Hudson is a movie I remember fondly.
early 80's I think.
early 80's I think.
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The Fisher King, One Hour Photo and Good Morning VietnamTheSecondComing wrote:Plus he was never in Jumanji, which is a black mark against his name.
Dave, can you not like one part of that film? Not even the supermarket craziness? Which RW films did you like?
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One Hour Photo was immense. The character of Sy was so deep.
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I was genuinely gutted when I heard the news. I knew he'd been in rehab and had issues but never thought that he'd commit suicide. It really goes to show that no matter how much someone can light up another's life, it's not necessarily the same in their own. I can only hope that he's finally at peace.
I enjoyed most of his movies that he was in, he had a unique charisma that he bought to the roles he performed. As someone that dabbles in amateur dramatics, I could only hope to be a fraction as charismatic as him.
Growing up, I loved Jack, standard kids Robin Williams fare, but I loved it. Of his more mature offerings, I actually quite liked Bicentennial Man and Patch Adams.
Massive shame he's gone, just glad we never did get to see Mrs. Doubtfire 2.
I enjoyed most of his movies that he was in, he had a unique charisma that he bought to the roles he performed. As someone that dabbles in amateur dramatics, I could only hope to be a fraction as charismatic as him.
Growing up, I loved Jack, standard kids Robin Williams fare, but I loved it. Of his more mature offerings, I actually quite liked Bicentennial Man and Patch Adams.
Massive shame he's gone, just glad we never did get to see Mrs. Doubtfire 2.
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Turns out he was also suffering the early stages of Parkinson's as well.
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Sad to see such a tragic end to a spectacular life. The world needs more people like him. He will be sorely missed.
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The world doesn't need more like Robin because I imagine he was so up and down he was a tortured Man who was a nightmare to live with...Like most manic depressives...
Terrible illness...As for this Alan Brazil stuff...Why give an ignorant fool the oxygen of publicity by starting a petition..
Poor old Robin at the height of his career he'd have been worrying about it all collapsing instead of enjoying it !!
No worries now.....Just hope the kids can move on without feeling any guilt..Suicide leaves a lot of questions..
RIP....
Terrible illness...As for this Alan Brazil stuff...Why give an ignorant fool the oxygen of publicity by starting a petition..
Poor old Robin at the height of his career he'd have been worrying about it all collapsing instead of enjoying it !!
No worries now.....Just hope the kids can move on without feeling any guilt..Suicide leaves a lot of questions..
RIP....
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It might not need more Robin Williams', but it definitely needs less Kim Kardashians, Justin Beibers and ****s of their ilk.trottb wrote:Sad to see such a tragic end to a spectacular life. The world needs more people like him. He will be sorely missed.
Just putting it out there people
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Personally I wouldn't mind a few more Kim Kardashians
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You'd think in one last heroic act Robin might have took Bieber with him !!!
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One of my favourite clips of him doing stand up, explicit language so if easily offended don't watch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcnFbCCgTo4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcnFbCCgTo4
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Robin Williams rounds up Beiber, Kardashian, Kanye West and a whole host of "celebrities" telling them that they've be chosen to star in his latest movie, they drive to the "location" and they plunge headlong into the Grand Canyon
Washington's face is replaced with Williams' on Mount Rushmore in tribute.
The Oscars are renamed "The Robins"
Washington's face is replaced with Williams' on Mount Rushmore in tribute.
The Oscars are renamed "The Robins"
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I was upset when I heard the news. He was truly a great man and he was there, on screen throughout my childhood up to my adult life. He will be missed by all.
Hook, Good Will Hunting. Childhood favourite and the other I came to appreciate later on in life. I think now I'll look at getting around to watching some of his other movies.
Hook, Good Will Hunting. Childhood favourite and the other I came to appreciate later on in life. I think now I'll look at getting around to watching some of his other movies.
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Dolphin Ziggler wrote:I hoped this thread would be somewhere people could leave nice messages of respect, discuss some wonderful films and comedic moments, and maybe too address some concerns and support for genuine fight people have with depression. It is disappointing to see it became an "I know better than you" fest where both sides looked immature.
I struggle with depression. I'm currently finding it very hard. I found the news a weird sort of blow, and was then extremely disappointed in some newspapers, including the Metro and the Mirror, for deciding to base their front page stories on gruesome and graphic details.
I detest this even more than I am sickened by the way some media outlets report on homicides like a gossip laden entertainment piece.
There are vulnerable people who will have seen these stories and reports and been affected. Maybe knowingly, others already weak who will have taken things on board that do their peace of mind no good at all.
The Samaritans produce quite easily found guidelines in situations such as this, ones ignored blatantly by some papers. And, I suppose to some, who cares? The weaker of us with mental strength cannot be mollycoddled. I would hope decent people don't think that way.
And that goes to ignore the way a man's death has been treated as a "good news day" for papers who can boast disturbing facts.
Personally, it sparked thoughts in my mind I can usually keep at bay. I hope others who either don't have the support network in place or just are worse off than myself could see the positives of life and fight on.
What a wonderful and brave post..
Depression is the one great illness people don't understand....With so many triggers...
Amazing how many people suffer from it.......Generally middle aged people.....
Make sure whether it's low self esteem, messy divorce, bereavement that's left you this way that YOU TALK about it to someone.
Much to be said for the phrase "Problem shared is a problem halved....
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TRUSSMAN66 wrote:Dolphin Ziggler wrote:I hoped this thread would be somewhere people could leave nice messages of respect, discuss some wonderful films and comedic moments, and maybe too address some concerns and support for genuine fight people have with depression. It is disappointing to see it became an "I know better than you" fest where both sides looked immature.
I struggle with depression. I'm currently finding it very hard. I found the news a weird sort of blow, and was then extremely disappointed in some newspapers, including the Metro and the Mirror, for deciding to base their front page stories on gruesome and graphic details.
I detest this even more than I am sickened by the way some media outlets report on homicides like a gossip laden entertainment piece.
There are vulnerable people who will have seen these stories and reports and been affected. Maybe knowingly, others already weak who will have taken things on board that do their peace of mind no good at all.
The Samaritans produce quite easily found guidelines in situations such as this, ones ignored blatantly by some papers. And, I suppose to some, who cares? The weaker of us with mental strength cannot be mollycoddled. I would hope decent people don't think that way.
And that goes to ignore the way a man's death has been treated as a "good news day" for papers who can boast disturbing facts.
Personally, it sparked thoughts in my mind I can usually keep at bay. I hope others who either don't have the support network in place or just are worse off than myself could see the positives of life and fight on.
What a wonderful and brave post..
Depression is the one great illness people don't understand....With so many triggers...
Amazing how many people suffer from it.......Generally middle aged people.....
Make sure whether it's low self esteem, messy divorce, bereavement that's left you this way that YOU TALK about it to someone.
Much to be said for the phrase "Problem shared is a problem halved....
unfortunately for Dolph he talked to me and the rest of the podcast team!
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"A problem shared....just makes two people miserable"...I believe that line was the clincher when it came to splitting up with a particularly whiny ex.
Winston Churchill referred to his own depression as his black dog. Seems the way to cope is to go to war.....
Winston Churchill referred to his own depression as his black dog. Seems the way to cope is to go to war.....
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I haven't got a black dog..
Got a red one...
Got a red one...
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There's any number of vile and tasteless jokes just waiting to be posted...I shall not be the one to start them....
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