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Heath Ledger

  • Birthplace: Perth, Australia
  • Birthday: April 4, 1979

Despite a short-lived start on series television, actor Heath Ledger moved into features as a heartthrob in teen films, quickly developing into one of Hollywood’s most prominent and gifted talents, as well as a tabloid favorite for his very public relationships with actresses Naomi Watts and Michelle Williams. After a notable turn in his native Australia’s “Blackrock” (1997), Ledger went on to stardom by way of leading roles in “10 Things I Hate About You” (1999), "The Patriot" (2000) and “A Knight’s Tale” (2001). Though he la…more

Career Milestones

  • 2008

    Was filming Terry Gilliam's "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus" at the time of his death

  • 2007

    Portrayed Bob Dylan at one distinct stage of his life, in Todd Haynes' film, "I'm Not There"

  • 2006

    Directed the music video, "Morning Yearning" for Ben Harper

  • 2006

    Played a drug addict in "Candy" opposite Abbie Cornish

  • 2005

    Cast as a ranch hand who falls in love with Jake Gyllenhaal in Ang Lee's "Brokeback Mountain"; earned Oscar, Independent Spirit Award, Golden Globe and SAG nominations for Best Actor

Awards

  • 2006

    MTV Movie Award: Best Kiss

  • 2005

    New York Film Critics Circle Award: Best Actor

  • 2005

    San Francisco Film Critics Award: Best Actor

  • 2001

    ShoWest Award: Male Star of Tomorrow

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