Robin Williams

I learnt very late last night of Robin William's passing while listening to LBC. At first, in my half-slumber I thought the announcer had referred to the popular singer, but it soon became shockingly apparent that it was indeed one of my favourite actors, Robin Williams.

It is a reminder, as if we needed reminding, that behind a cheerful, joking face is often a person struggling with the darkest and most crippling forms of depression. I know and work with many people who battle with it, often on a daily basis, and I have personal experience of it. It has no respect for anyone, no matter how famous and gifted, and yet again, it has taken one of our best... Rest In Peace.