Heath Ledger
Heath Andrew Ledger was an Australian actor. Known for his versatility across independent and major studio films, his work consisted of 20 films in a variety of genres. He received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, an Actor Award, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe Award.
Background
- Born in
- Perth
- Educated at
- Guildford Grammar SchoolHeathcote High School
- Awards
- 🏆 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor🏆 BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role🏆 Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture🏆 MTV Movie Award for Best Villain🏆 Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor
Trending & Selected Quotes
Trending topics shown first"I'm in control of my life, not anyone in Hollywood. I only do this because I'm having fun. The day I stop having fun, I'll just walk away. I wasn't going to have fun doing a teen movie again. I don't …"
"Matilda is adorable, and beautifully observant and wise. Michelle and I love her so much. Becoming a father exceeds all my expectations. It's the most remarkable experience I've ever had — it's marvel…"
"I had such great hope for him. He was just taking off and to lose his life at such a young age is a tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family."
"I just like interesting people. When we worked together on Ned Kelly, Naomi and I definitely had a connection, but it probably happened off screen rather than on, because when you're working there's n…"
"He was just so respected in the industry. It's just horribly tragic. He was just a fine actor and a good person, so this is horribly sad and very unexpected."
"That's terrible. Drugs today... when we stopped taking drugs, they started. It is just an epidemic. I am sorry to hear that. He was a great talent."
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Timeline
1979
Born
Birth2008
Died
Death
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