This article from USA Today confirms that Robin Williams had a diagnosis of Bipolar: Suicide a risk even for beloved characters like Williams

If someone with the best access to mental health providers is unable to beat the illness- it just really speaks to how tough it is to find the right treatment. A part of me hopes that this will help open up a national dialogue on how serious mental illness is- and how we need to change the stigma related to mental illness.

My heart goes out to Robin, his fans, loved ones, and medical providers.