In 2001, Robin Williams met Koko the gorilla — a moment of pure, wordless connection between two extraordinary souls. Koko, mourning the loss of her companion, found joy again as Robin made her laugh, play, and even steal his glasses. Years later, when Robin passed, Koko mourned too, understanding her friend was gone. Their bond was a reminder that empathy knows no species — and that Robin’s kindness reached even beyond words. | Did You Catch This?

Koko learned over 1000 signs in ASL, but there remained things (like artichokes) for which she didn't know the sign and thus has to create one. In this video, Koko smells something enticing and signs "Apple-Nut-Ball" to Penny. Penny correctly guesses that she is requesting the cooked artichoke nearby. This moment demonstrates Koko’s ability to invent new signs for objects, revealing her intelligence and linguistic creativity. Koko created a number of these compound sign combinations, like "Finge

Robin Williams once shared a heartwarming moment with Koko, the gorilla known for her ability to understand over 2,000 words and use 1,000 signs in sign language. Their bond was instant, with both showing deep affection and laughter. When Koko was later told of Robin’s death, she responded with the signs “CRY” and “LIP,” then became quiet and visibly emotional, bowing her head and quivering. The moment showed Koko’s emotional intelligence — and how deeply Robin’s presence touched even non-humans