UPDATE x4: According to TMZ, the Marin County Deputy Coroner says that Robin Williams tried to slit his wrist with a pocket knife prior to hanging himself. The coroner says that he only left "acute superficial cuts." The report also says that Williams used a belt, tied it around his neck and secured it between the closet door and the doorframe. He was found in a seated position, slightly suspended with his right shoulder against the door.
UPDATE x3: TMZ reports that Williams was discovered by his personal assistant. Williams' wife left the home in the morning, during the time she as away, Robin's assistant came over and knocked at the door but no one answered. She became concerned because Williams was scheduled to be home, and then knocked on the window. When she got no response, she let herself inside and that is when she found Williams.
UPDATE x2: According to TMZ, Robin Williams committed suicide by hanging himself. At this time, it appears he did not leave a note. Williams hung himself inside the main house, and not the garage as previously suspected. Law enforcement will hold a news conference today at 2PM ET to discuss details of the suicide.
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