Robin Williams' early life and education laid the foundation for his future success. From his birth in Chicago to his educational pursuits, these years shaped his personality and career path.
Birth
July 21, 1951
Robin McLaurin Williams was born in Chicago to Robert Fitzgerald Williams and Laurie McLaurin.
Move to San Francisco
1967
The Williams family moved to San Francisco, where Robin attended Redwood High School and joined the drama club, becoming popular among his peers.
College Years
Late 1960s to Early 1970s
Williams attended Claremont Men’s College and College of Marin before enrolling at the Juilliard School in New York City, where he befriended Christopher Reeve.
