Late actor Robin Williams’ son Jack reflected his father’s kind spirit. In an interview with People magazine at the 12th annual Bring Change to Mind Revels & Revelations event, Robin’s elder son opened up about the actor’s philanthropic nature.
Jack remembered walking with his father on the streets of San Francisco as a young child and how Robin would stop by a homeless man and say, “‘Hey boss, what can I do for you? ?'” And then they would say “food, food, money” to that person. Jack admits that his father’s compassion taught him an important lesson about kindness.
She added, “He cared so much about people in need and I think he opened my eyes to what kindness really is.” Since the comedian passed away in 2014 at the age of 63, Jack and his siblings Zelda and Cody have pledged to continue Robin’s philanthropic legacy.
Zac says of his late father, “Helping to better the human condition was very important to him, and that extends far beyond making people laugh and helping them learn about themselves.” According to Jack, the actor wanted to materially support several other organizations – including the Challenged Athletes Foundation, the (Christopher and Dana Reeve) Foundation, and St. Jude’s – by helping raise money and awareness.
The siblings are bound to carry on the “hugely important” work that meant the world to the Good Will Hunting actor. They can imagine an extension of what Robin wanted and naturally help people, especially young people, develop resilience. “And as a family, we feel this is a natural way to honor his legacy,” Jack — whom Robin welcomed with first wife Valerie Velardi in 1983 — said.
Recently, Jack posted a heartfelt tribute to his late father on his 10th death anniversary, honoring his legacy. “Dad, it’s hard to believe it’s been 10 years,” she wrote in the caption. He further added, “Today, I am reflecting on the immense love you shared with all of us – your family, your friends and everyone you met.”
In addition to doing philanthropic work in memory of his father, Zac has been the president of Glenn Close’s non-profit organization, Bring Change to Mind, which works on breaking down mental health stigma and spreading awareness about the issue.