Comedy legend Robin Williams brought kindness and humanity to every role, even behind the scenes. More than 10 years after his death, stories of his generosity continue to emerge from his co-stars. For Matthew Lawrence, who played Chris Hillard in the 1993 film Mrs. Doubtfire, Williams’ off-screen guidance was invaluable.
Lawrence, then 13, recalls that playing Mrs. Doubtfire was a significant learning curve for him and many others on set. However, it was his interactions with Williams that had the most lasting impact. Lawrence credits Williams with teaching him two crucial lessons: the importance of compassion towards people and not judging others until experiencing their struggles firsthand.
Williams shared his own experiences with substance abuse, which he struggled with. He warned Lawrence about the dangers and encouraged him to avoid drugs altogether. This guidance helped Lawrence maintain a clean lifestyle despite his early start in show business.
Lawrence’ admiration for Williams remains strong even after his passing. In fact, he often hears Williams’ voice in his mind, reminding him of the lessons learned from their time together. The late actor’s kindness and wisdom continue to inspire those who knew him, including Lawrence.
Source: https://www.cracked.com/article_46249_mrs-doubtfire-child-star-reveals-the-two-most-important-lessons-robin-williams-taught-him.html