Heath Ledger Dies at 28

Heath Ledger, 28, was found dead in a Lower Manhattan apartment. Police spokesman Paul Browne said that “This is being looked at as a possible overdose, but that is not confirmed yet.” Though sleeping pills and other prescription medication were found nearby Heath’s body, the untimely death of the young and talented actor remains a mystery still; the autopsy performed on Heath’s body was inconclusive and the wait is now on the Toxicology report, which is due back in two weeks.

The Police said there was no suicide note and they did not suspect foul play.

Kim Ledger, Heath’s father, spoke to reporters in their home country, Australia, a day after his son’s death; asking for privacy and to let his family grieve. Though he has not appeared on camera since, Kim Ledger and his family (Heath’s mother, and two sisters) wrote touching tributes in the Friday edition of the West Australian newspaper.

“How do we describe our sudden and tragic loss? … You were the most amazing individual “old soul” in a young man’s body.You so loved us, as we dearly loved you. As a close knit and very private family unit we have observed you so determined yet quietly traveling in your self-styled path in life, nothing would get in your way … no mountain too tall, no river too wide.

You dreamed your dreams and lived them with passion and intelligent commitment. We have been privileged to accompany you on a ride through life that has simply been amazing and through it all, we have loved each other beyond imagination.

Your true legacy lives on in beautiful little Matilda, who will always remain in the greatest of care. Our hearts are broken . . . Dad and Ines, Mum and Roger, Kate and Nathan, Rori and Scarlett, Ashleigh, Olivia, Elana and Nadia.”

Michelle Williams, mother of Heath’s 2-year-old daughter Matilda, arrived in Brooklyn Wednesday night from Trollhattan, Sweden, where she was on location shooting the upcoming film Mammoth. Clutching her 2-year-old tight against her she rushed inside the house where her mother and her best friend Busy Phillips were reportedly waiting for her and is said to be “devastated” and “in her own world” after hearing of Heath’s untimely death.

Since Thursday dozens of photographers have gathered outside the funeral parlor where Heath’s body was taken and where a private viewing for family and friends will be held. Ledger’s family and Michelle Williams are said to be amongst those expected.

The funeral home and the Australian consulate in New York declined to comment on Friday, saying it was a private matter. After the viewing, Heath’s family will be taking his body back home to Perth, Australia.

She finally went to rehab.. Yes, Yes, Yes

In a move that was long overdue, troubled singer Amy Winehouse finally checked herself into rehab. After photographs of Amy smoking crack were published in the U.K. earlier this week her record label Universal, her management, family members and doctors called a meeting last Thursday with Amy.

A statement from Universal reveals that Amy’s rehab stint is a bid to help her kick her drug dependence in time to appear at the Grammy Awards in Lost Angeles on February 10th.

“Amy Winehouse’s planned appearance at the NRJ Awards in France on Saturday has been canceled as the artist has entered a rehabilitation clinic. Amy decided to enter the facility today after talks with her record label, management, family and doctors. She has come to understand that she requires specialist treatment to continue her ongoing recovery from drug addiction and prepare for her planned appearance at the Grammy Awards. Amy entered the facility by mutual agreement and continues to receive the full support of all concerned.

Amy is the most talented and important musical artist of her generation and has made huge strides on her road to recovery. Universal Music Group wants nothing more than to see her take the time she needs to come back to full health and fulfill her incredible potential with the label. All concerned feel that Amy must put her health before all other considerations and will be by her side whenever and wherever they are needed.”

Most talented and important musical artist of her generation? Eh? She is perhaps ONE of them, but most certainly not THE most important and talented.

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