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‘Nobody Wanted To Play This Alien From Outer Space’: How Robin Williams Absolutely Crushed His Mork And Mindy Audition, According To Henry Winkler
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The incredible story of how Robin Williams nailed his iconic 'Mork & Mindy' audition, according to Henry Winkler's insider account.
beat sheet
- Williams was an unknown when he auditioned, but Winkler says he 'absolutely crushed it' - Williams' raw talent and energy blew the producers away.
- The role of Mork from Ork wasn't an easy one, as Winkler reveals 'nobody wanted to play this alien from outer space' before Williams brought the character to life.
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Robin Williams, Henry Winkler, Pam Dawber, ABC, 'Mork & Mindy'