Heath Ledger found dead
An unexpected tragedy has befallen young Hollywood. Oscar nominated actor Heath Ledger was found dead in his apartment in New York City. His body was found at approximately 3:30 p.m. eastern time.
Like with many breaking stories, there are many varying reports about what happened. The police have stated that there was no foul play and that they suspect that the death was accidental. That sounds to me like a drug overdose, although some media outlets are suspecting a suicide.
I do not recall ever hearing of Ledger dealing with a substance abuse problem or depression, although now that I think about it, I don’t recall hearing too much about his personal life at all. He has a daughter with ex-girlfriend Michelle Williams. They met on the set of Brokeback Mountain and lived in Brooklyn before splitting up last fall. He is from Australia. That is about all I know.
I am sure that in the coming hours and days it will be revealed just what happened to him and more of his past will become public knowledge as a result. No matter the result of the police investigation or the coroner’s report, however, it is clear that the acting community has lost a truly wonderful actor. He was willing to take risks and do things that other actors would not, which is a mark of someone in it for the craft, rather than the money or fame.
My thoughts are with Michelle and their daughter, because it must be a truly tragic day for the both of them. I truly hope that they were told privately about his death before it was plastered all over the internet.
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