Robin Williams: Unknown Facts About the Comedy Legend

Disney Went the Extra Mile

Disney knew they wanted Williams to play the voice of Genie in Aladdin, so they animated the genie lip-syncing to one of Williams’ stand-up comedy performances before ever approaching him for the role. Williams was so grateful for the gesture that he signed on immediately.

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