From the Ebola outbreak to the Winter Games in Sochi to a royal trip Down Under, TODAY covered stories in 2014 that ranged from tragic to powerful to downright fun. Viewers took to TODAY's Facebook page throughout the year to add their own voices to the headlines, whether it was the shocking news of Robin Williams' passing or a sweet story of a soldier who surprised his wife to meet his newborn for the first time.
Here are the top stories and topics that inspired you, TODAY viewers, to like, share, watch and read in 2014:
The death of Robin Williams — When news broke that Robin Williams died in August, TODAY fans shared feelings of shock and grief on our page. The following three posts reached more than 50,000 million people worldwide.
News of the comedian's passing:
A tribute to Williams, longtime guest and friend of TODAY:
Williams' final post on Instagram, a sweet birthday message to his daughter:
Moments on TODAY — Fans shared in the love this year when it came to TODAY's new additions, heartwarming projects and annual traditions.
Vale Guthrie Feldman's birth:
Halloween on the plaza:
Hoda's "Truly Brave" video:
Celebrity birthdays, milestones and deaths — Fans took to TODAY's Facebook page to share well wishes and condolences for their favorite celebrities.
Meryl Streep:
Maya Angelou:
Casey Kasem:
Joan Rivers:
Parenting stories and advice — TODAY's Facebook fans are a passionate bunch. It seems no topic sparked as much chatter, joy and debate in 2014 than parenting and baby-related stories.
Reflections from a mother of boys:
How strangers helped one dad:
Holiday-themed pregnancy announcements:
A story of uplift:
A story of heartbreak:
And a story of thanks:
A bonus! All the goodness you're missing out on at Starbucks:
What was your favorite Facebook story in 2014? Let us know! As you can see, we're listening.