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January 24, 2008 9:40 am

Early in the spring of 2001 an up-and-coming young actor named Heath Ledger sat in the bar of a NYC hotel, talking to an entertainment reporter for EW.com. He had a new new movie coming out, The Knight's Tale and while talking about it he told the reporter that, "'I'm on a journey,'' he said. ''I'm on a walkabout. A lot of people think ambition or success, and they think dollars.... My success is getting underneath that. At the end of the day, that's the only thing you're going to carry with you when you die.''
Sadly, yesterday at the far-too-tender age of 28, Heath Ledger passed away in his New York City apartment, carrying with him a great deal of success in reaching people and touching lives through the honesty and charm of the characters he'd portrayed.
Whether you remember him from his very early days, starring in Roar, or his first big movie, 10 Things I Hate About You,, or perhaps his turn as the iconic Australian Hero Ned Kelly, by the time he delivered his incredible performance as Ennis Del Mar in Brokeback Mountain, you most likely knew that when you went to a Heath Ledger movie you were in for a performance that would be true, vibrant, and full of life. Nominated for an Oscar at the tender age of 26 for his portrayal of a cowboy struggling with his sexuality in Ang Lee's Brokeback Mountain Hollywood insiders had predicted a long career, full of many triumphs for Heath.
Sadly, that promise will be unfulfilled. We won't get to see him go on to discover new roles, won't get to see what new triumphs would be just around the corner for him. His final role, playing The Joker in the The Dark Knight will be a bittersweet experience for his fans: joy that we can see him do what he did best one more time, deep sadness that this will be the last time his grace and spirit light up the silver screen.
Again we will miss what might have been, and mourn for what was lost.
But what we do have is much more depth and variety than many actors achieve in a full lifetime of Hollywood fame. I think Heath would be proud of what he achieved at the end of the day; I hope so, anyway.
RIP, Heath Ledger 1979-2008

A new Free Gift is avaiable now.

The Toy Box has a new Ned Kelly Figurine for sale.

The Accessory Bin has discarded Laughing Masks and mysterious Mountain Rocks in stock now, though I don't know why you'd really want a piece of broken mountain rock?

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

r.i.p. heath. <3

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

but it seems almost silly to honer someone how killed them self
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No, it's silly, and appalling, that a website like this is taking the oppurtunity from a death to shove it's homosexuality tolerance campaign at us.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Thank you for this, a very touching tribute.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

That's really sad...I really liked how he portrayed characters in the movies, especially 10 Things. 28....Damn. He was just too, too young.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

I've had Pneumonia and the antibiotics and so forth make you jumpy and an insominiac. It would have been really easy to take too many sleeping pills. Also, they might have worked against him with the other stuff he was on.

Most likely he died from Pneumonia and Exhaustion. Not the pills.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

I'm not a person who is usually a fan of celebrities, however Heath Ledger did make an impact on me. His acting was on a whole other level, and the roles that he chose reflected a certain depth that many of today's celebrities will never experience in their acting careers. He will be missed but was deeply appreciated while he was here...may his spirit be at peace...Thank you for the beautiful and poignant tribute.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

i know many people may be thinking 'what's the point' with the media being all over this, but take one thing into consideration: he's a twenty-eight year old, he's a father, and he had his whole career ahead of him.

sure, not everyone's a fan of his movies, whether you don't like the roles he played or what they represented. but my heart goes out to his family. i've seen many parents outliving their kids, and they all say it's the worst thing.

he was a heartthrob, we all know that. but i think it's just the shock of the matter that means so much to everybody... sure, we'd expect this from certain "pop princesses" and "drugged out rockstars", but not someone like heath...

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Thanks you Keith for that heartfelt tribute. Although I never watched any of his movies, it is very sad.
And although some may think that why should we mourn a guy that died on a drug overdose, I disagree. If the person was in that state of mind, we should feel sorry for him because there must've been something in his life to make him turn to something like this, they would be sick. Anyway, the police said that it was an accident.
RIP Heath. =]

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

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; border: 1px solid ; font-family: georgia; font-size: 10;">He overdosed on sleeping pills right? That's not the kinda thing you accidentally OD on is it?

People accidentally overdose on sleeping pills all the time. They can take two or three before they go to bed, wake up groggy a few hours later and just want to go back to bed, so take some more.

I hear that's what investigators think happen, as it was widely known he had insomnia and pneumonia at the time.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Great Actor and he will be missed. Always loved his films! Great tribute! R.I.P.!

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

It doesn't really matter how he died (although there is a strong possibility that it was an accidental overdose, since they were prescription pill) - the point is that he was a young talented person who went from us too soon. It happens all too often, and not just in the celebrity world. We are simply more aware of those celebrities that died in this fashion because of their fame, and the vast numbers of people who are affected by their death.

Regardless... still an awesome tribute!

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Rest peacefully, Heath. I'll miss him.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

RIP HEATH! THIS IS SO SAD

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

RIP Heath =(
Thanks for the tribute, it really means a lot. This news has really hit New Zealanders hard as well as Australians (if you know anything about NZ/Aust you'll understand).
I remember first watching Heath in 'Sweat' and 'Home and Away' and have loved his acting ever since. =)

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

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; border: 1px solid ; font-family: georgia; font-size: 10;">but it seems almost silly to honer someone how killed them self

And that's quite a tragic thing to say. I'm not saying anything more - starting an argument over this IS a dishonor.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

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; border: 1px solid ; font-family: georgia; font-size: 10;">Posted by kaliskanny

For those of you complaining about his drug overdose, the police ruled it ACCIDENTAL. He was sick and took the sleeping pills, that were prescribed to him.
What I find wrong is people selling these items for loads of sp on the trades. If you don't want them, don't buy them. Let those who do want them have them...with out having to pay tons and tons for something they will appreciate as more than a money maker.

Thank you. I agree too. It's low enough for the media to try and make money off of a person's death but seriously, how low must you be to sell items dedicated to someone?

As for this death, to my knowledge the autopsy still hasn't been done so no one knows. He wasn't that type to commit suicide IMO though.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

nobody knows exactly how he died, yet. It could be suicide, it could be an accidental overdose - It's safe not to assume until we know the facts.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

I wasn't a huge fan of Heath's... only because I haven't seen any of his films. But I have been aware for the last few days of how greatly his death has affected so many people. I work at a television station, and yesterday, our noon news focussed almost exclusively on coverage of his life and death. Obviously many people are saddened and upset by Heath's passing. They are entitled to express their grief in any way they want to.

I think this is a lovely tribute, and I commend Keith and Kamil for their effort.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

I'll be quite honest, he was a pretty good actor, and cute (for a male). But didn't he commit suicide? He overdosed on sleeping pills right? That's not the kinda thing you accidentally OD on is it? I mean... Do correct me if I'm wrong though... but it seems almost silly to honer someone how killed them self
However... regardless, it is very sad he is gone. He will be missed

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

I'm sorry to say I've never seen any of his movies, though I've wanted to. I've heard that his death was a suicide, which surprises me, because he had a lot to live for.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

RIP Heath C:

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

I know this has been said a hundred times now but damn this made me cry too. T-T

When my mom called me into her room to see the news I was just devastated. I couldn't even talk. ;;

I wish the best for this daughter and hopes he rests in peace.. ;3;

snugs free gift I'm never letting this thing go. ;;

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

RIP Heath. I may not have seen any of his movies or even known who he was really but it still doesn't mean he wasn't a great actor in the eyes of quiet a large number of people judging by what I've read. Also here's a happy smilie since we could use some right now.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Talking about things that have hurt us most, there is healing in that. Rest in peace, Heath. And thank you for the eulogy, Keith.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

omg Keith ya made me cry thank you
he was the actor who connected me and my daughter, the first we could both enjoy in movies and thought was cute as heck. He was a piece of Australia making us proud in movies and showing the most amazing breadth and depth of characterisations in such a broad variety of roles. Such potential.... yet at least he leaves us with a wealth of movies to watch and remember.....

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

*His death.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

His cause of death has not yet been determined- even if it was an accidental overdose, it doesn't make him any less of a good man. That kind of stuff happens to many people- it is still very sad no matter how one dies.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Please don't talk about Steve Irwin. He's death really affected me a lot. And I mean A LOT! He is really important to me. You're going to make me cry again!

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Thank you so much for this tribute, Subeta. (Keith and Kamil in particular)

I broke down into tears the other day at school because of it. He was so young and full of potential and he's leaving behind a 2 year old daughter who will grow up with, at the most, vague memories of him. This is probably even bigger of a tragedy than Steve Irwin's death. At least we knew Steve Irwin died doing something he loved and we almost knew he would die doing something he loved. Heath's death came as a huge shock and just as a movie that would probably put him up there with other extremely big actors was soon to be released.

Once more, Thank you, Subeta. hugs for all

RIP Heath. You'll never be forgotten.

The day which we fear as our last is but the birthday of eternity. ~Seneca

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

rest in peace Heath...you make Australia proud

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

God, and he was my age too!

I am crying all over again.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Ive always seen Heath as a heartbreaker type actor. Always in that sweet hero type role. His new movie, the Batman one, is going to destroy that image. He plays a young Joker, I saw a clip.. its CREEPY. He's about to obliterate his sweetheart image. I cant decide wether I want to see it (I really want too!) or keep him as the sweetheart I always thought of him as.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

I thought my brother was telling a really bad joke when he came in and told me Heath was dead. It's so sureal and I personally can't get used to it. He's gone .. he was an amazing actor probably inspiring the biggest crush ever. He chose the best roles and played them well. It reminds me too much of River Pheonix.. I'll miss Heath.

I guess it's still sinking in for me.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Rest in peace Heath

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

I remember the first time I saw him act in a film. It was 'A Knight's Tale'. I loved that movie, and I loved Heath Ledger. Since then, I have watched every movie he was in. He did do excellent in 'Brokeback Mountain', and I think he did a good deed through that movie for people in that sort of situation.

Thank you, Heath Ledger. May the stars watch over your spirit, and know that we are sad that you left so soon. bows head solemnly

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Rest In Peace Heath.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Rest In Peace Heath.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

It's sad, but that's just what happens when you overdose on sleeping pills. >>; Too much drama in the celebrity world.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Thanks Venom, the fact I forgot his name was bugging me! I know that he may have had a different situation, but I'm glad others notice his passing and are saddened by it as well. I mean, I'll admit that the daily lives of celebs don't really catch my attention (and by that, I mean the " we saw so and so here at this time and he was eating this type of sandwich"), but that's totally just me as an individual. Actors can contribute a great thing to the population as a whole, and they will be missed for their contributions just as other people who may not be so famous will also be missed by their family and friends. It's just the fact that both tragedies happened in the span of a few weeks, I feel both should be remembered for what they've done.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Someone said, 'I "contribute negatively" because I go to Subeta to not have anything to do with the real world, and I am annoyed that it even intrudes here...'.

It's amazing how people's reactions differ so much from each other. Sure Subeta is a great distraction from the trouble we face in everyday RL, but I find it praiseworthy that while the Suebta staff do their utmost to provide us with entertainment, they are also aware that we live in a world which isn't always just enteratinment. For me, doing this memorial is a sign of huge maturity on the part of the staff.

I often find myself disagreeing with certain decisions taken on this site, and that's perfectly fine cos I have a right to feel that way, and the owner of this site has the right to take those decisions. But I will say this for you Keith: you've made this place a very tolerant one, and I'm glad that even while playing, I and everyone else can discuss deep real life issues such as the death of someone who most of us feel still had so much to give us all.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

That would be Brad Renfro Scy64, he was in The Client and Tom & Huck... I believe a few other low budgets as well. I was saddened by his passing as well, so young

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Rest in Peace Heath,
you did it for us Australians.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

I am very sorry this happened to him- I'm not a huge movie fan, but any untimely passing is always a hard thing to deal with.

I would like to point out that another actor died recently (though his name escapes me right now), from from what I recall was a drug overdose of some sort (the details are fuzzy in my head). I wish something would have been said about him as well. Life is life, no matter who's it is, even if one may be more well known than the other.

RIP to both of these actors, and my thoughts are with their friends and family.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

This is a nice remembrance and all, but would the same be done for say, the President, if he/she died suddenly?

I feelings are telling me 'no'.

Is it really fair to be doing this only for certain actors that people like?

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Great to see some admiration for a young Australian actor, but his performance in Roar never impressed me. I'll be impressed with the mark he's left on the world if people remember him in Sweat.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

rest in peace
damn i can't believe the guy is gone

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Ah, this is so sweet.
Although his death has saddened me greatly, only this post has made me teary-eyed.

RIP Heath.

Ugh, i won't be able to face the items if they're used a big money-makers. Just seems wrong.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

I cannot believe the amount of disrespect some of you are showing. If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say it at all.
Obviously this HUMAN BEING meant something to alot of people, just because you didn't appreciate him doesn't give you the right to criticize a MEMORIAL.
I don't go walking into a funeral for someone I didn't really know and stand up yelling OH WELL GET OVER IT!
Seriously, grow up, have some compassion for life instead of being selfish.
Yes people die everyday but millions of people do not know of every person that passes, Heath was an actor, he was out there for millions of people to connect with. That doesn't make him any more important that anyone else, he is recognized on here because so many people were effected by his passing.
I appreciate the time and effort that has gone into remembering such a great actor and would only hope that someone would care enough to say such good thing about me when I pass.
Descanse em paz meu amigo.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

Dangit. I'm sniveling all over again.
Anyway, thank you for writing this - it takes a lot to get me to cry.

December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm by

For those of you complaining about his drug overdose, the police ruled it ACCIDENTAL. He was sick and took the sleeping pills, that were prescribed to him.
What I find wrong is people selling these items for loads of sp on the trades. If you don't want them, don't buy them. Let those who do want them have them...with out having to pay tons and tons for something they will appreciate as more than a money maker.

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