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9:30 Coffee Break: Remembering Robin Williams' movies

August 12, 2014

Robin Williams
Robin Williams as Adrian Cronauer, the popular Armed Forces Radio DJ in 'Good Morning Vietnam'
Touchstone Pictures

The world lost a legend of the sliver screen on Monday, so we'll pay tribute by playing the best songs that have been featured in Robin Williams' films over the years.

Williams appeared in some of the most iconic films in recent decades, including Good Morning Vietnam, The World According to Garp, Dead Poets Society, Awakenings, Good Will Hunting, Aladdin, Mrs. Doubtfire and The Birdcage.

For today's Coffee Break, we're honoring the beloved performer with music that makes you think of his films. So — what music reminds you of Robin Williams' movies? Share your suggestions in the comments section below.

Songs played:


Elliott Smith "Miss Misery" Good Will Hunting

The Vandellas "Nowhere to Run" Good Morning Vietnam

The Beatles "When I'm 64" The World According to Garp

Aerosmith "Dude Looks Like a Lady" Mrs. Doubtfire

James Brown "I Got You (I Feel Good)" Good Morning Vietnam

Sister Sledge "We Are Family" The Birdcage



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9:30 Coffee Break: Remembering Robin Williams' movies