US actor Robin Williams poses for photographers during a photocall in Rome in this file picture taken November 15 Donovan Mitchell Jersey , 2005.
Oscar-winning actor and groundbreaking comedian Robin Williams hanged himself with a belt in his Northern California home after he had sought treatment for depression, a coroner said on Tuesday based on preliminary findings.


Williams, 63, was found dead by his personal assistant at midday on Monday in a bedroom. The official preliminary cause of death was asphyxia due to hanging, he said Derrick Favors Jersey , and conclusion of the investigation is still weeks away.


Williams had been open about his struggles with alcohol and cocaine and in the past months had entered a rehabilitation center to help him maintain sobriety. But many questions remained over what could have led him to take his own life.


His tragic end stood in stark contrast to the many on-screen characters he portrayed who encouraged those around them to tap into their own inner vitality, a wellspring of creativity to which he himself gave full vent in films such as "Good Morning, Vietnam" and "Dead Poets Society."


Williams is not the only celebrity who have suffered from depression. Read on to find out more.


Leslie Cheung

Chinese actor Leslie Cheung.

Renowned Chinese actor and singer Leslie Cheung committed suicide by jumping off a building on April 1, 2003.


The news not only shocked the Chinese entertainment industry but also saddened Cheung's fans across the globe.


Cheung died at the age of 46 and left behind a suicide note believed to have revealed emotional problems.


Many fans said they "dared not and didn't want to believe" the news. It is reported the Cheung suffered from mental instability after filming Inner Senses in 2002.


Brooke Shields

Actress Brooke Shields arrives for the amFAR (The Foundation for AIDS Research) annual gala to kick off Fashion Week in New York February 10, 2010.

Brooke Shields came under the spotlight after modelling jeans for Calvin Klein. She also particpated in film projects Tony Bradley Jersey , including The Blue Lagoon, Endless Love and Suddenly Susan.


Shields had suffered from post-partum depression after the birth of her son.


Stephen Chow

Stephen Chow.

Chinese actor and director Stephen Chow said he was very shy when he was young and grew up to be a perfectionist. He takes his career very seriously and likes his co-workers to deliver the best they can.


Those who have worked with him often complain of his aggressive temper. Chow has never admitted to suffering from depression but said he did go through a period of inner struggles.


Jim Carrey

Presenter Jim Carrey poses backstage at the 71st annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California January 12, 2014.

Funnyman Jim Carrey delievered laughs to the world with his films Ace Ventura, Pet Detective Dante Exum Jersey , The Mask, and The Truman Show.


On television programme 60 Minutes, which aired on November 2004, Carrey openly discussed his history of depression and his use of Prozac to cope with his condition.


Cui Yongyuan

Chinese talk show host Cui Yongyuan.

Chinese television host Cui Yongyuan is known for his talk show Tell It Like It Is on CCTV. His humorous and easy-going style of hosting has won him many loyal audience and great ratings.


Cui admitted he suffered from depression during a television appearance. During its most serious stages, in which severe insomnia and depression tortured him Alec Burks Jersey , Cui said he needed 24-hour surveillance to prevent him from harming himself.


Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen DeGeneres takes the stage to host the show at the start of the 86th Academy Awards in Hollywood, California March 2, 2014.

Comedian, actor and star host of popular talk show The Ellen DeGeners Show, DeGeneres went through depression for about a year showly after the cancellation of her show Ellen and publicly admitting her sexual orientation in 1997.


Lee Eun-joo

South Korean actress Lee Eun-joo.

South Korean actress Lee Eun-joo committed suicide on February 22 Jonas Jerebko Jersey , 2005. She was only 25.


Lee came under the public eye for her role in Oh! Soo-jung and joined the A-listers after Lovers' Concerto. Her last movie The Scarlet Letter did not sell as expected and Lee also felt pressure from her exposing scenes in the film.


Elton John

Musician Elton John looks at his fingers during the question and answer period with students after performing songs off his new album "The Diving Board" at the USC Thornton School of Music in Los Angeles, California September 16, 2013.

British pop singer, songwriter and pianist Elton John battled with depression in the early 1990s, along with bulimia and drug abuse. He later overcame them Ricky Rubio Jersey , but went into another period of depression after the death of his two close friends, Princess Diana and fashion designer Gianni Versace.


Robbie Williams

British singer Robbie Williams addresses the audience during the Bambi 2013 media awards ceremony in Berlin November 14, 2013.

British pop singer and songwriter Robbie Willians, known for hit singles such as Millenium, Radio and Freedom Joe Ingles Jersey , has struggled with reoccurring episodes of depression and alcohol abuse. In September, 2006, Williams cancelled part of his tour to Asia to receive treatment.


Princess Diana

Pregnant Princess Diana, 1982

The former Prince of Wales and ex-wife of Prince Charles was greatly involved in AIDS charity work, alongside her royal duties. Princess Diana had suffered from post-partum depression after the birth of Prince William. She also exprienced depression from her transition to being a "princess" and marital problems.


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