Movie Actor

Heath Ledger, R.I.P. – Cause of Death, Date of Death, Age and Birthday

The movie actor Heath Ledger passed away at age 28, this age of death has to be considered too young. What was the cause of death? Below is all you want to know regarding the death of Heath Ledger and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

Known for his role as the Joker in The Dark Knight, his death was voted the top entertainment story of 2008. His meteoric rise was also attributed to his acting in 10 Things I Hate About You, The Patriot, A Knight’s Tale, and Brokeback Mountain.

He was romantically involved with actress Michelle Williams from 2004 to 2007. The couple had a daughter named Matilda Rose Ledger in 2005. 

How did Heath Ledger die?

Heath Ledger's death was caused by cardiac arrest.

Information about the death of Heath Ledger
Cause of deathCardiac Arrest
Age of death28 years
ProfessionMovie Actor
BirthdayApril 4, 1979
Death dateJanuary 22, 2008
Place of deathN/A
Place of burialN/A

Quotes by Heath Ledger

I don’t feel like I have anything to lose, so I don’t really understand what I’m putting at risk.

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I never took an acting class, so I’ve made all my mistakes on film.

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I wasn’t going to have fun doing a teen movie again.

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I feel like I’m wasting time if I repeat myself.

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I do keep pre-occupied.

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