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‘A Friend Like Me’ Covers to remember Robin Williams

  • Writer: Dylanna Fisher
    Dylanna Fisher
  • Jul 21, 2021
  • 1 min read

Let’s start this tribute to Robin Williams in the best possible way by saying ‘Happy Birthday‘ and maybe more importantly, ‘Thank you!’. Robin Williams has been an inspiration to millions. He’s been a personal inspiration to me for his humour, his smile, and for the joy that he gave the world, even when that joy sometimes escaped him.


Williams was a comedian and entertainer until his death in 2014, when he died by suicide as a result of his struggle with Lewy body disease.


American actor and comedian Robin Williams (1951–2014) appeared in films, television, and video games over a career that lasted nearly four decades. Renowned for his rapid-fire, improvisational style and his portrayal of a diverse range of characters, he was characterized by Screen Actors Guild president Ken Howard as "a performer of limitless versatility, equally adept at comedy and drama, whether scripted or improv". He is frequently considered one of the greatest comedians of all time.



It always hurts a bit to remember those who meant so much to us. But this isn’t meant to make you sad, but instead to bring joy in tribute to and in memory of Mr. Williams.


Here are a few covers of ‘A Friend Like Me’ to remember the friend we all had in Robin Williams.


Electro Swing Remix of “A Friend Like Me” by Dave Wave



“A Friend Like Me” Female Cover by Annapantsu



“A Friend like me” Capella Cover by DCappella



“A Friend Like Me” Vintage 1920s Jazz Cover By Swing’it Dixieband



“A Friend Like Me” Metal Cover by PelleK



Comment your favorite memory of Robin Williams!

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