The late Robin Williams, an actor and comedian, is being honored through an NFT project conducted by the actor's son Zak Williams. Known for his roles in films like Good Morning Vietnam, Dead Poets Society, Mrs. Doubtfire, and Good Will Hunting, the famed actor lost his battle with mental health in 2014.
Zak Williams partnered with artist Jesus Martinez to collaborate and mint an NFT collection dedicated to mental health and Robin Williams. The collection will be available on Martinez's SuperRare platform. Moreover, the proceeds from the NFT sales will be donated to Bring Change to Mind (BC2M). The charitable organization was co-founded by actress Glenn Cose, aiming to dismantle the stigma associated with mental illness.
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The Late Robin Williams is Remembered Through an NFT Collection
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