Robin Williams Net Worth 2014 Devalued ($130M To $50M) After Divorce Payouts?: Earnings Update 1978-2013, 'Williams Loved Spotlight But Cherished Privacy In Financial Matters'

Robin Williams, popular actor and comedian, was a notable figure [in the entertainment industry. Williams born on July 21, 1951, took his own life amid allegations of money woes due to huge payouts from two previous divorces say reports.

One contrasting fact is that his net worth was $130 million and he had left large trust funds for his three children. It is still a conundrum why the media reported that Williams wasnearing bankruptcy and his net worth was reduced o $50 million following divorces to his two previous wives.

At one point, Williams was quoted as saying, 'Divorce is expensive,' and 'I thought they said 'alimony, and then I realized they meant 'all your money.'

Rocco Beatrice, Managing Director of Estate Street Partners, LLC was quoted as saying that unlike the film industry where Robins was all over the place and unfocused, his estate planning was secretive and well planned, just as it should be: "We actually don't know too much about how the estate of Robin Williams will be handled," adding "this is actually the way it is supposed to work. Wills are made public, trusts are kept private. Williams may have loved the spotlight as a performer, but he seems to have cherished privacy as well."

His enlightening roles landed him a myriad of accolades in TV and cinema, including 5 Grammy's, 2 Emmy's, 2 Screen Actors Guild Awards and 4 Golden Globes. Williams also won an Academy Award for his outstanding role in 'Goodwill Standing.'

Robin Williams' most memorable assignments were Happy Feet, (1997), Old Dogs, World's Greatest Dad, Old Dogs, Shrink, Look of Love and he is best known on TV for 'Mork and Mindy'

Recently, Williams sold his two vineyards in Napa Valley to 'pay the bills' said reports. There were also a hint of marriage woes with his current wife Susan Schneider and some reports say that he took his life because he did not want to shell out money for a third divorce. And any funds left over is likely to go to Schneider, points out the media.

Zelda, Cody and Zachary will also receive trust funds set up by their father.

Here's a list of earnings/year compiled by The Richest.com.

EARNINGS & FINANCIAL DATA