Oscar-winning actor and comedian Robin Williams has been found dead in his home in Santa Monica, California.
He was 63 years old. According to the coroner's office in Tiburon, California, it appears that the veteran actor died by suicide.
Williams' publicist Mara Buxbaum released a short statement confirming the news and that the actor had been battling depression of late.
More on the story as it develops.
Update: Details emerge regarding the death of Robin Williams, who was found at his home yesterday
