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Matthew Lawrence Reflects on Robin Williams’ Life Lessons and AI Legacy Proposal

The 'Mrs. Doubtfire' actor credits Williams’ candid advice on substance abuse for shaping his life and expresses interest in using AI to recreate his mentor’s voice.

Matthew Lawrence promotional photo for the ABC series “The High Life,” an unsold pilot from 1990.
Robin Williams and Marsha Williams during “Mrs. Doubtfire” Los Angeles Premiere at the Academy Theater in Beverly Hills in 1993.

Overview

  • Matthew Lawrence shared how Robin Williams warned him against substance use during the filming of 'Mrs. Doubtfire,' a lesson he credits for his lifelong abstinence.
  • Williams, who openly discussed his own substance abuse struggles, emphasized the long-term impact substances had on his mental health to guide Lawrence.
  • Lawrence described his six to eight months working with Williams as a transformative period both personally and professionally, calling Williams the most brilliant artist he ever worked with.
  • The actor expressed a desire to seek the Williams family’s approval to use AI technology to recreate Williams’ voice for creative projects, reflecting the enduring influence of his mentor.
  • Robin Williams, who passed away in 2014 and was later found to have suffered from Lewy body dementia, left a legacy of compassion, artistry, and mentorship that continues to inspire his co-stars.