Robin Williams’ friends recall actor’s drug addiction: Made him ‘a monster’

K.J. Yossman The past 18 months have produced an abundance of celebrity documentaries, but Netflix’s newly-released “Robbie Williams” sets out to do something different. Charting Williams’ rise from clueless teenager in British mega-boy band Take That to solo superstar, there’s no talking heads and no glossing over the less salubrious moments in Williams’ 35-year-career, including his relationships, drug-taking and depression.

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Robbie Williams has recalled his time dating Spice Girls’ Geri Halliwell, and shed insight on the reasons behind their split.The discussion comes ahead of a new four-part Netflix documentary, which is set to explore the highs and lows he has experienced throughout both his career and personal life.One part is set to see the pop singer and former Take That member recall his past relationships, including his short-lived romance with Halliwell. According to Williams, he began his relationship with the Spice Girl while he was receiving help from Alcoholics Anonymous.“We got on really well, it was fun, and we were just a little gang that were sharing a very magical moment, in a magical place,” Williams explained in the documentary (via The Independent).He also recalled the two spending a long time abroad together, visiting the south of France with Williams’ songwriting partner, Guy Chambers, and his wife Emma.“That was a very important holiday for me because I was happy… I wasn’t before and I wasn’t really for a long time after,” he told The Sun of that period together.

Matthew Perry’s “Friends” co-stars always had his back as he dealt with drug and alcohol addition at the height of the show’s success. But last year, while promoting his memoir, he admitted it was “unfair” that he had to battle certain demons when the rest of the cast didn’t.“You know, the thing that always makes me cry, and I hope that I don’t cry here. Is that it’s not fair,” Perry said during a conversation with CNN at the time.“It’s not, it’s not fair that I had to go through this disease while the other five didn’t,” he continued.

Ayda Field has opened up on a phone call that ended her relationship with Robbie Williams in the singer’s new Netflix documentary.

Diana, Princess of Wales was praised time and time again for raising her two sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, as normally as their circumstances would allow.The late royal's biographer, Andrew Morton, previously said: “She took the young royals with her on her private charity visits from a young age… One of the reasons was she didn't want the boys to grow up thinking the whole world was 4x4 Range Rovers, shotguns and nannies.” As well as offering her sons a glimpse of the real world, Diana was famous for being the chief prankster of the family. She often did cheeky things or bought naughty gifts for her sons to embarrass them with.

who died on Oct. 28 at the age of 54 from an apparent drowning — have announced that they will establish the Matthew Perry Foundation.The organization will be formed to aid those battling substance abuse.“The Matthew Perry Foundation is the realization of Matthew’s enduring commitment to helping others struggling with the disease of addiction,” officials said in a statement to Entertainment Tonight.The charity will continue on Perry’s goal of helping people with addiction.“The Matthew Perry Foundation is the realization of Matthew’s enduring commitment to helping others struggling with the disease of addiction,” the statement went on.“It will honor his legacy and be guided by his own words and experiences and driven by his passion for making a difference in as many lives as possible.”The Canadian actor struggled with drug and alcohol addiction for much of his life, eventually gaining sobriety in May 2021.He also formed the Perry House in 2013 that resided in his former Malibu abode, which was a male sober living facility.

Strictly Come Dancing star Layton Williams has spoken about how his nerves have got the better of him despite getting a standing ovation for his most recent performance with dance partner Nikita Kuzman.

died Saturday at 54 after apparently drowning in the hot tub at his Los Angeles home.TMZ reported illegal drugs were not found at the scene Saturday, and foul play is not suspected. Prescription drugs were reportedly found inside the home, per TMZ sources.Perry achieved global fame for his “Friends” role, even as he struggled with drug and alcohol addiction.“The Whole Nine Yards” star reported last year in his memoir that he had attended 6,000 AA meetings, gone to rehab 15 times, and been in detox 65 times.Perry once estimated he spent around $9 million trying to get sober.Here’s a look at Perry’s personal battles. After having his first drink at 14, Perry was drinking consistently by 18.Perry’s addiction to drugs began after the “17 Again” star was involved in a jet ski accident on the set of “Fools Rush In” in 1997 — about three years after “Friends” premiered in 1994.He was prescribed Vicodin.His addiction became so bad, he admitted to ingesting 55 of the pills per day, causing his weight to plummet to 128 pounds at one point.

Weeks after a New Yorker article alleged fabrications in his comedy standup, Hasan Minhaj is speaking out. In a 20-minute video posted on his Instagram account Thursday, Minhaj rejects allegations in the article, saying “it was so needlessly misleading.” You can watch the video below.

“screwed” him over. “I’ve always thought Tom was a great host,” Spicer, 52, told The Post Tuesday adding that he “loved being a part of Season 28” and is “thoroughly enjoying the current season.” Spicer, who served under President Donald Trump, made the exclusive statement following Bergeron’s, 68, declaration on Cheryl Burke’s “Sex, Lies, and Spray Tans” podcast on Monday.

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Tom Cruise.The actor, who next stars as a young Willy Wonka in the upcoming musical fantasy film Wonka, shared during an interview with GQ an email Cruise had sent him after he finished filming on 2021’s Dune.“After I met Tom Cruise, right after finishing the first Dune, he sent me the most wonderfully inspiring email,” Chalamet said.As noted in the interview, the email contained a list of experts that he might need for stunt training, including a motorcycle coach and a helicopter coach.Chalamet added: “He basically said, in Old Hollywood, you would be getting dance training and fight training, and nobody is going to hold you to that standard today. So it’s up to you.

A friend of Prince William does not think he will be pleased by the final season of Netflix’s The Crown, which will reportedly feature the ghost of his mother Princess Diana.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor It took a village of creatives at Disney Animation to pull off “Once Upon a Studio,” the animated short that celebrates 100 years of stories and magic. Iconic characters like Snow White and Peter Pan feature alongside Robin Williams’ Genie in a cast of 543 characters from more than 85 feature-length and short films. And it all came together without any artificial intelligence involved.

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It appears that musical talent runs in the Williams family, as revealed in the new trailer for Robbie Williams ' upcoming Netflix documentary. For decades, fans worldwide have followed the singer's remarkable journey, from his early days with Take That to his successful solo career.

TV mom, Florence Henderson.Williams, 69, revealed that Henderson encouraged him to join the ABC competition in the past. He’s now partnered with pro Peta Murgatroyd.The actor earned his first-ever 7 score by guest judge Michael Strahan during Tuesday’s Motown Night episode.

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Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna lauded Manchester United loanee Brandon Williams for his performance at the weekend, but he also stated the defender has the potential to improve with the best years of his career ahead of him.