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Heath Andrew Ledger (4 April 1979 – 22 January 2008) was an Australian actor. After playing roles in several Australian television and film productions during the 1990s, he moved to the United States in 1998 to further develop his film career. His work consisted of 20 films in a variety of genres, including 10 Things I Hate About You (1999 ...
IMDb profile of Heath Ledger, the Australian actor who starred in 10 Things I Hate About You, Brokeback Mountain, The Dark Knight and more. Learn about his life, career, death and posthumous honors.
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Apr 3, 2014 · Heath Ledger was an Academy Award-winning, Australian actor best known for his roles in 'Brokeback Mountain' and 'The Dark Knight.' He died of an accidental prescription drug overdose in 2008.
Jan 23, 2008 · Mr. Ledger was found dead Tuesday in Manhattan. He was 28. Lucy Nicholson/Reuters. By James Barron. Jan. 23, 2008. Heath Ledger, the Australian-born actor whose breakthrough role as a gay cowboy ...
5 days ago · Heath Ledger (born April 4, 1979, Perth, Australia—died January 22, 2008, New York, New York, U.S.) was an Australian actor renowned for his moving and intense performances in diverse roles. He was posthumously awarded an Oscar for his portrayal of the Joker in The Dark Knight (2008).
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Feb 7, 2008 · NEW YORK — Actor Heath Ledger died from an accidental overdose of six drugs — painkillers and sedatives — the New York City Medical Examiner’s Office said Wednesday, leading doctors to ...
Jan 21, 2023 · The director of "The Four Feathers" shares his memories of the late actor, who died on Jan. 22, 2008, and praises his spirituality and honesty. He also reveals how Ledger turned down "Alexander" and how he became the Joker.
