In this clip, from a U.K. talk show, you can see the difference between a good impression and a great one. As Williams and fellow guest Elijah Wood swap Jack Nicholson stories, they each try out their Jack voice. Williams does his at 1:50 in.
Watch Robin Williams’ 13 Funniest Impressions
The Oscar-winning actor and comedian was best known for his improvisational genius, and his truly remarkable knack for mimicry
In films like Dead Poets Society and Good Will Hunting, Robin Williams proved time and time again that he was so much more than simply a comedic actor. But by God, what a gifted comedian he was. He was rightly lauded for his improvisational genius, and his truly remarkable knack for mimicry. In just a quick facial expression or a single word, Williams’ impressions captured the essence of his subjects, which encompassed everything from his fellow Hollywood stars like Jack Nicholson and Christopher Walken to Siri, the iPhone gal friday. Here are some of his best.
1. Siri
A clip from an Ellen episode, here Williams turns into Siri, then pivots mid-impression into a disgusted Frenchman.