Yes it's true. He's passed away at the age of 63. And while we won't specifically comment on the situation behind his death because of its tragic and complicated nature, we will say that he'll be sorely missed.
He previously mentioned being a fan of the Zelda series too, which just makes commercials like this just the more depressing in hindsight:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgjHrrNVBks
RIP Mr Williams. Our condolences go out to your family and others impacted by your passing.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-28749702
He previously mentioned being a fan of the Zelda series too, which just makes commercials like this just the more depressing in hindsight:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgjHrrNVBks
RIP Mr Williams. Our condolences go out to your family and others impacted by your passing.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-28749702