Their coexistence lasted only a year while studying at Juilliard School. Nevertheless, their friendship stayed strong until the end of their days. As proof of this, Reeve is the godfather of Williams’ oldest son, Zachary.

In his 1999 autobiography, Still Me, Reeve wrote that a few days after being thrown from his horse, Williams arrived in his room, dressed as a doctor. It was the first time since the accident that Reeve laughed. Is there any better way to show what friends can do for us?