‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ Star Recalls How Robin Williams Supported Veterans On Set

Nearly a decade has passed since the world lost Robin Williams, the beloved actor who brought to life the character of a father disguised as a female housekeeper to stay close to his children in the 1993 film Mrs. Doubtfire. Recently, Lisa Jakub, who portrayed Lydia Hillard, the eldest daughter of Williams’ character, reminisced on her relationship with the late actor in honor of this year’s Memorial Day celebration.

The actress explained how their connection began on the set of Mrs. Doubtfire and described him as not just a co-star but a mentor and friend. Aside from his acting passion, Jakub noted that Williams was known for his profound respect and support for veterans. This aspect of his character particularly resonates with Jakub, who shares his admiration for those who have served in the military.

Lisa Jakub speaks about working with the late Robin Williams

In an interview with Fox News, the 45-year-old actress recounted her experiences working with the late actor, emphasizing how he consistently treated her with profound respect and kindness. She described him as a compassionate and generous colleague and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with him.

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The actress also revealed that Williams was remarkably open about his struggles with mental health. This openness helped her understand him better as a person and provided her with invaluable support. By sharing his battles, he helped her navigate her mental health challenges, offering her a sense of solidarity and the courage to confront her issues head-on.

Lisa Jakub speaks about Robin Williams’s love for veterans

Jakub highlighted William’s profound admiration for veterans, noting that his respect and gratitude for their service led him to employ many of the people he worked with in some of his projects. The actress, who currently runs a nonprofit organization, Mission Flexible, which is devoted to enhancing the mental wellness of military veterans through mindfulness tools and promoting camaraderie, also revealed that she was not initially aware of the late actor’s similar dedication to veterans.

However, upon learning about his contributions and shared interest in supporting the veteran community, she expressed her appreciation for the newfound connection with Williams.