Robin Williams receives the Cecil B. DeMille Award: HFPA Exclusive 

Met him while I was stationed in Afghanistan he was the funniest nicest energetic person I ever met. Spent time with every single soldier took pictures signed things told jokes. Listened to people . I was MP so It was my job to take him around I got to be with him all day and he made every single person feel special Love you Robin Williams

Robin always had that hint of sadness in his eyes. But he was always so generous with his gifts and his power to make people laugh. REST IN PEACE.

The term "One of a kind" was meant for Robin.

I'm so glad he received this while he was alive. Too many times people don't get to know how much they are appreciated before they pass.

It almost looks as if he doesn't believe he deserves the award, or maybe he hasn't earned it or something, and that to me is incredible....it's been 5yrs since he passed, and I genuinely miss that man, he was a remarkable human being...

I wrote this after the death of Robin Williams, August 2014. I laughed so much I cried I laughed so much I nearly died It was all too much It was all too little too late The demons that haunted you at night in bed Was the emptiness in your head and not your soul All those years lost searching For redemption from prying eyes not knowing That this clown Was burdened by an unimaginable dark cloud The loss of your dearest departed friend Didn't mean it signaled the end But it did steal something And left a remarkable gift so amazing and profound. When on one hand it took, the other you received and gave It was not enough to silence the millions of critics in your mind Why didn't we spot you were running out of time? I laughed at an Alien called Mork From a planet called Ork My heart blead for the beauty of The Dead Poets Society And how could deary me, Forget Mrs Doubtfire, that wonderful Scottish nanny. The Doctor you played in Good Will Hunting, Gave a tiny clue to your depth of compassion and feeling. But, alas the greatest character you played was the one we never truly knew. S.Miah

There was never a brighter star than Robin Williams.

He had more talent than everyone in the room. And I think they all knew it.

What a guy, receiving the lifetime achievement award and then dedicates it to a friend. Classy.

The greatest comedian that ever lived. He was the improv king. I don't think he ever wrote a joke. He was nothing but vulnerable up there doing standup and in every interview he ever did. The man was a true genius. Miss him and will always love him.

I can't help it. Every time I see him in any video I can't keep my eyes dry.

The last thanks to Chris Reeves was really touching. They became fast friends at Juilliard and remained so till Reeves passing. Robin helped visited him in the hospital and was there for him whenever needed. RIP Robin.

and Robin, may angels sing you to thy rest, sweet Prince! 😢

In the 1990's, I worked on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. One day, as I passed the Metropolitan Museum of Art on 5th Avenue, there was a group of, what I guessed to be, grade school, or, possibly, high school students on a class trip milling about on the large stairs leading up to the museum's entrance. Suddenly a limo that had been slowed by the traffic pulled over to the curb and a gentleman got out. You could hear the stir of commotion and excitement from the kids, and it drew my attention. It was Robin Williams! He bounded up the stairs until he reached where they were, shook hands, gave hugs, signed autographs, and mugged it up for some group pictures. And then, just as quickly as he had arrived, he jumped back in his limo, and was off. I thought, what a nice man, a famous personality who did not shun people but, rather, took the time, requested that his driver pull over, and made a magic moment for 50 or so school kids who, I have no doubt, will remember that special NYC moment for the remainder of their entire lives. RIP William. You were a decent, good, and kind human being, and one who never let fame diminish your humanity, your humility.

"May flights of Angels sing thee to thy rest" Robin. 👼

Sad but the toughest role he ever played was himself

I clicked on this for a laugh, and I ended up crying. Still can’t believe he’s gone but at least he’s at peace.

'I thought foreign press was a wrestling move' made me laugh out loud... god bless you Robin

When you know someone suffering inside, think of Robin and remember we all cry inside. A wonderful human being who can teach us the importance of helping those in pain.

I grew up seeing him in Jumanji and Aladdin. Then I discovered his standups. His filthy, dark and hysterical humour made me laugh until I cry. And he made me laugh when I cry too. I got through many dark times thanks to him, and I’ve learned so much from his life and his battle with mental illness. Thank you Robin, for the tears and the joy, for the awesome childhood and the tough times that I’ve learned how to get through. We miss you a lot

I was on set of Patch Adams as one of the crew and Robin treated us to 5 pizzas , for about 17 of us .. what a gentleman he was , kind and unselfish! RIP Mr Williams , I salute all your dramatic as well as comic work !

He is still the best..I cried 2 days after he died. THE MOST TALENTED MAN EVER. I couldn't believe he died...the best was yet to be..heaven is happy to have him back

He brought me the most tears & laughs in movies. Oh captain, my captain.

No one has ever had the spontaneous and spirited energy that Robin Willaims had and I feel that the entertainment world has lost so much light in his absence. The world has gotten meaner and he's not here to bring it warmth and laughs. You are still missed Robin Williams. The world isn't the same without you for a personality so big and a voice so memorable that no one else can recapture.

Can’t describe how much joy it gives me to see Robin and Jim hug each other and how happy Jim evidently was for him. Also that he acknowledged Jim when talking about their craft. Love that. Robin you were and are an eternal shining light in the comedic and entertainment world. You will be forever missed. I wish I could have met you but it wasn’t meant to be. So gutted that things ended how they did for you. You deserved so much better than that. Forever an adoring fan, sleep well legend.

This man has made me laugh through the worst times in my life. It has been almost five and a half years and I still miss a man that I never met.

Damn he was a talented, tortured, beautiful soul. Now I need to do a marathon of his movies.

The sadness in his eyes, it shows until he got on stage. We love you, Robin. No one can replace you ❤️

I was watching Aladdín with my daughter the other day and when I saw the Genie and heard His voice I wanted to cry. There Is no other comedian like Robin Williams

What a wonderful soul...one has to notice not just his comedy skills but his genuine love towards people when he dedicates that award to his friend.

The world is darker now, without him. RIP!

There will never be another "Fab Four." There will never be another Secretariat. There will never be another Michael Jordan. Most certainly, there will never be another Robin Williams. :( Rest in peace, Robin.

I tear up watching this. He certainly was a national treasure. 👏

After he died, it took me about 6 months of mourning, if you will, to watch one of his films!! He was definitely loved! You are truly missed Robin!!

Best part of this vid for me is when Jim and Robin hug! What a comedic icon Robin was I grew up seeing all his movies and now I'm a lucky person to have an autographed picture from him just before he passed away RIP oh captain my captain

I hope he's finally at peace. Miss this man

As I fight the demons as Robin did, I shed a lonely tear for his passing. He is an angel in my eyes. Thanks for the laughs my friend...

He gave us so much joy that none of us could see his pain. A true hero.

Truly a genius level of comedy. He could easily evoke tears of laughter and sadness like a switch. Continue resting easy Sir. We miss you.

everyone loved that dude...

He was a wonderful man.

There will NEVER be another mind on this earth like Robin Williams. He never ran out of things to say. He could've stood on that stage, and kept it going for all of eternity, making the entire room burst out with laughter. He truly was a genius. R.I.P Robin. I hope you are looking down on us, knowing how much we all miss you, and how loved you really are by everyone.

Thanks Robin Williams for your body of talented work and for putting a smile on humanity. RIP.

Watching this back, you can see the sadness. Will forever be missed, my own personal hero, Mr. Williams, you truly are the greatest ❤

No matter how funny or famous, we all live lives of quiet despair, Depression is real, it won in the end, but Robin lives on !

Robin Williams was a comedic genius. He was brilliant and a great human being with a kind and generous heart. He is sorely missed.

As manic as he could be on stage, it's moments like this that show the man underneath it all...........but Robin on ANY awards show or talk show............he was always ROBIN.

He is still loved and missed to this day. A once in a lifetime performer. RIP Robin.

Still can't believe he's gone. His role as mister Keating in dead poets society had such a positive impact on my life

Laughed and cried through his whole acceptance...dang I wish we had understood sooner. Miss you, Genie!

I can watch him over and over, a brilliant performer, an amazing human being. I sincerely hope that his flight of angels put him at peace and rest, wherever he may be.

What a star, a genuine, beautiful soul who gave himself to the world in the name of not just comedy but so many other facets of his remarkable abilities. Robin, you are so sadly missed.

Robin was beyond this world. Comic genius.

Brilliant acceptance speech!

RIP you made us learn about laughter..love..and life.

Jokes, after joke, after jokes. May your soul rest in eternal peace Robin 🙏🏿

Arnold, Clint, and Morgan just laugh and enjoy this adorable man

An underrated Robin Williams film is "Jack"!

What a loss to this world. The funny man was a sad soul. Love and miss you Robin Williams. You left us a wonderful legacy with your magical movies.

captain oh my captain..i love that movie!! RIP Robin Williams

i feel so sad about robin..he suffered internally alot..

Looking back over the years. His interviews, awards, etc. when he wasn’t actively performing you could see the sadness in his eyes, and it breaks my heart now that no one ever asked him why it was there? Maybe if someone had focused on him, and not his comedic skills, he never would’ve committed suicide

What else can you say about Robin Williams that hasn't already been said!!?? I love and miss him.

Dedicated to the memory of Christopher Reeve.

Agreed, perhaps the greatest American comic of them all.

Gone WAAAAAAY too soon 😢 A Legend in his own Class, and an Amazing human being he was. I wish I could’ve met him one day... but that’s no longer possible. Maybe in the afterlife. We miss you Robin! Much Love and Respect ❤️

truly a class act robin williams.. such a great person.. rest in peace..

I feel bad for him because he always felt that he had to be funny to be liked. And in the end he is one of the most beloved people

Robin and Jim hugging was probably the best thing that happened. 7:32

A amazing soul than shone brightly while here, and left a hole that can't be filled.

The brilliance of Robin Williams will be forever lasting he is the finest comedian/actor to ever grace the cinema and an even better human being.....

Wow, I saw this speech. And I was well until the end when he thanks Christopher Reeve. My eyes get wet quickly.

I so miss him especially when laughter is so necessary these days in 2020. RIP, Robin💜

Almost six years, and I still don´t believe this legend is gone forever. Such a shame someone who made millions of people so happy was so broken. Thanks for your legacy, Mr. Williams.

This human being is one of a kind, a rare specimen, a true gem, a unique entity, the one and only Robin Williams. Such an inspiration he is.

Robin Williams, Prince, Mike Nichols... all there that night and all gone now. I’m glad we live in an era where they could leave behind their work so we can continue to be in awe of their talents

I love it when Jim and Robin hugged, 2 comedic icons 💗 rip robin

You could see so much sadness in his eyes here. I feel like this is the beginning of the sad end.

To his wife: “thank you for offering me a shelter in the midst of schadenfreude...” 💕😭 so beautiful. (and so truly what I know he was in this world too for many others as well)

Imagine being able of having him and Jim Carrey on the same movie🤣🤣🤣🤣👌

What must it be like, to be so loved? You are so missed, Robin. Your joy and compassion will echo throught eternity.

He is one that can NEVER be duplicated, a one of a kind,a once in a life time...BUT no one mentioned his performance in The World According To Garp. GREAT MOVIE!!!!

What a man, what a talent, what a human being. Miss you Robin Williams

Miss you, Robin, more than words can say. May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest. R.I.P.

He looked sad sitting in the audience. Rest in peace kind soul.🙏🌹

God Bless this man and the awesome talent he possessed and shared. ❤️❤️❤️👌🏻being overwhelmed by his own work over the years..... you done did it!

It felt that when he died the entire world has wept.

I miss that man so much he was so talented . Such a sad way to go and worst of all his family found him that way. He stayed grounded all the way through it all I admire people like that . Robin Williams you are so missed Rest In Peach

This man will forever be a legend. The world is a little less brighter without him

One of the kindest and most beautiful souls I have ever seen! He was remarkable and one of a kind. Even though I have never met him in person, I always felt a connection to him and a special bond. I will always love, remember and miss you Robin.

He was one of a kind...

'He's going to oen up a syntax repair shop.' Gotta love that inventive sense of humor.

Absolutely one of the greatest ... No more to say

He is the only guy that u can watch his stuff after his death and it makes u feel like he is still alive that is his magic he makes us feel alive like no one else can or ever will he is magical

Those eyes. Always so sad. Such a beautiful human being. I

i miss the laughter--- RIP Robin

Pierce and Robin were terrific in Mrs. Doubtfire; glad Pierce got to present! Loved it when they shook hands after the restaurant choking...like proper gentlemen! He should’ve won for Dead Poets Society!!!

He was one of the best performers ever. He cared about people & was generous. He made so many of us laugh when we were feeling down. I wish so much that he could have asked for help, when he felt hopeless. I’m so thankful that he will live on in his movies. We will never see anyone like him again. There will never be another even close to the man that he was. II will always miss him.

Every time I watch a clip, I cry. Every. Single. Time. Such an indescribable loss. 💔

He made everyone smile...miss him...thanks for the laughs Mr. Wiiliams.