Friends Mourn Ledgers Death

Everyone is still in shock over the tragic death of Heath Ledger. Here are some more statements from fellow friends and celebrities.

“That’s horrible…. I warned him!”
-- Jack Nicholson after hearing about the news from the paparazzi.

"Working with Heath was one of the purest joys of my life…He brought to the role of Ennis more than any of us could have imagined - a thirst for life, for love, and for truth, and a vulnerability that made everyone who knew him love him. His death is heartbreaking.”
--Brokeback Mountain director Ang Lee tells Us Weekly.

"He was such a special and genuine person, so extraordinarily talented because he was so raw and honest with his feelings…He was so full of life, so electric." He was "a sweet, smart and talented young man and had many friends. My heart goes out to his family. I am just beyond sad at this point, and shocked."
--Helen Christensen, who was on her way to visit him when she heard the news of his death, tells Women's Wear Daily.

"My heart goes out to Heath's family and friends during this time of great loss. I had the pleasure of meeting him a few years back and I can definitely say he had a wonderful career ahead of him. Undeniable talent and a loving new father. It's so tragic to see it all end so soon and sudden."?
--Rachel McAdams wrote on her MySpace page.

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Reader Comments

10:58AM 08/18/08 applekeyboar

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9:21PM 01/26/08 Stephanie

OH by the way JACK NICHOLSON You should be ashamed of yourself even if you had told him sonething like that you should act your age and keep that business to yourself! Show some respect my gosh I can't stand all of this disrespect it makes me sick!

9:18PM 01/26/08 Stephanie

People People Heath's death was probably pure accident. It is NOT Michelle's fault nor Heath's becuase if he did do it on purpose he obviously was not in a healthy state of mind and if it were by accident then it was an accident but one things for sure it was neither of their faults.....Why do people always have to blame someone for stuff like this?

2:52PM 01/24/08 ryan

i've heard that jack nickelson didn't know heath, but warned against certain prescription dugs because he himself had found them damaging and problematic .. this is, of course, just something i've heard and not something i know for sure. it's hard because there are so many stories going around, but one thing is for sure - he was a talented actor who was taken too soon and he will be missed ... R.I.P.

0:45PM 01/24/08 jennifer

Hey everyone im sorry for anyone who loved or considered him a friend(even tho not knowing him) i have been so upset i couldnt even sleep.... can annyone believe what jack.N said bout him what does evryone portray that to be? and does anyone have a website where michelle was shown arriving the airport her reaction or celebrities reactions... well we love you HEATH and you will always be rememebered.. RIP what do you all think happened in your own perspective???

7:13AM 01/24/08 K

Never mind Michelle, I think Jack Nicholson's remark was a bit insensitive. "I warned him"? what's that all about - nothing like assuming he did it on purpose. AND Jason, you are an ignorant ass.

5:05AM 01/24/08 Shirley Kgamedi

What a tragedy, What a waste of life! To die this young, in the prime of your life! And it makes me so sad when I think about the manner in which he died. Life is a gift from GOD and to die without having lived your life to the full, without having done all that you wished to do, is just plain sad. I pray that his soul rest in peace!

11:52PM 01/23/08 lauren

All the fuss on what caused/led up to the death of this talented actor is overshadowing what is really important. And that is for Heath Ledger to be put at peace. Yes, the controversy and such are all part of the process, all inevitable, but we should consider what harm this all is imposing to his name (ledger) and also to his loved ones. Basically, what I'm trying to say is, we should respect him and see the conclusion of his life as perhaps, insignificant, to a well-lived life. The public's craze over the halt to his life should be tamed to preserve the respect the actor deserves.

11:51PM 01/23/08 Zelda

How can you blame Michelle Williams? If Heath was using drugs, it can really interfere with a marriage. Perhaps she was thinking of her young daughter and the effects of living with drug environment could do for her. You do not know Michelle or Heath. How can you judge? Sounds like you are projecting your own disappointment in your own relationships on this couple. It is a sad situation and I am sure there was alot of love between these two individuals. This must be very painful for Michelle. I am sure it was not her fault.It never is the fault of one person. We always have choices how we face our shadows in life. We can use drugs because of the pain or we can get help. I send them all love.

11:26PM 01/23/08 Kalua

I feel so sad that such a talented actor should die so young. Even with Entertainment Tonight and all of those other exploitive shows there is no way to know what was going on in this young man's life. I feel horribly that he died with so much going on and his beautiful daughter so young. We are so lucky that no one is around to publicly judge our personal relationships upon hearing of our death. I am sure that Michelle is devastated and she won't miss you at her moviesJason. She has her child to keep his memory alive. The level of committment that they shared was obvious and the break-up was sad but friendly and he did have a relationship with his daughter. Nice of everyone else to offer condolences and prayers. God Bless.

6:51PM 01/23/08 tony

Heath and i were good friends many years ago here in Perth Western Australia...he was a top bloke and the best mate anyone could wish for...rip buddy...

6:10PM 01/23/08 Cosmo

Jason: That's a pretty ignorant thing to say. To say that she is responsible for this because she "up and left" is just plain childish.It sounds like you've been hurt in the past by women. That is sad for you but don't go labeling all women that way because of your misfortunes. There are reports out that she left him due to his drug/alcohol abuse. Sooo, is it still her fault? Is she supposed to subject her daughter to that so that he won't get sad and depressed and kill himself? I think not. Whatever happened between them, only they know. With that said, I'm sad that he died, whatever way it happened. He was a great actor and he will be missed.

4:38PM 01/23/08 RACH

ASIDE FROM THAT I REALY DID LIKE HEATH...HE WAS AN AMAZING ACTOR WHO HAD A LOT GOING FOR HIM I DONT AGREE WITH SOME THINGS I SEE...HE MAY HAVE AHD SOME PROBLEMS BUT WHO DOESNT? NOBODIES PERFECT! IT DOESNT MAKE HIM A BAD PERSON! I REALLY DONT AGREE WITH A LOT OF THE NEGATIVE THINGS PEOPLE HAVE BEEN POSTING...I FEEL BAD FOR THE FRIENDS AND FAMILIES THAT HAVE TO READ THAT, THEYVE ALREADY BEEN THROUGH ENOUGH THEY DONT NEED TO READ BAD THINGS ABOUT HIM! SO KEEP YOUR COMMENTS TO YOURSELVES NO ONE WANTS TO READ IT! RIP HEATH YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED!

4:29PM 01/23/08 RACH

WHOEVER WROTE THE TOP COMMENT ABOUT BLAMING MICHELLE WILLIAMS...THAT IS THE MOST REDICULOUS THING I EVER HEARD? HAVE YOU EVEN TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION THAT MICHELLE MAY FEEL THAT WAY? WHICH I DONT THINK SHE SHOULD...PEOPLE ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THERE OWN ACTIONS...IS THAT HOW YOU GET THROUGH LIFE BY BLAMING OTHERS TO MAKE YOURSELF FEEL BETTER ABOUT YOURSELF? ALL YOU CAN SEE IS WHATS RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU...YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT GOES ON BEYOND CLOSED DOORS JUST BECAUSE YOU HAVE A KID TOGETHER DOESNT MEAN YOU HAVE TO BE TOGETHER IF YOUR UNHAPPY YOUR UNHAPPY THATS ALL THERE IS TO IT! THAT IS RUDE AND INCONSIDERATE OF YOU TO SAY ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU DONT EVEN KNOW THE REAL STORY...GET A LIFE A-HOLE

3:03PM 01/23/08 jenn

wasnt heath that broke up with michelle? and started going out with everyone in New York?

2:46PM 01/23/08 Irritated

Wow! What critical and harsh words for someone you don't know and a situation you know nothing about. I am always amazed by people who can blame someone else when they know nothing. Jason, you are ignorant!

2:20PM 01/23/08 Jason

I wonder if Michelle Williams will ever have to cop to the blame for this? While I do think Heath's death was accidental (mixing of sleeping pills with his anxiety medication), I also think that she had a lot to do with his state of mind by dumping his late last year. Apparently, he was very upset about it and it's time that women started to take responsibility for the damaage they inflict of the fathers of their children when they decide to up and leave. According to reports, men are nine times more likely to commit suicide after a break-up than women because women automatically get custody while men suddenly have to make appointments to see their own children. With that in mind, I refuse to watch another Michelle Williams movie ever again. Women like her disgust me.