Robert Irwin — son of the late Steve Irwin, a.k.a. “The Crocodile Hunter” — and Rorie Buckey —niece of late actor Heath Ledger — have made their relationship Instagram official.
Earlier this week, Robert, 19, uploaded a glowing selfie of the couple smiling in front of a flowering tree as the sun shined down on them. He simply captioned the Thursday post with flower and sun emojis.
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The relationship milestone certainly won his big sister Bindi Irwin’s seal of approval as she reposted the pic on her Story alongside a heartfelt message.
“The sweetest. Love you both,” Bindi, 25, wrote, to which Rorie, also 19, re-shared the Story, adding, “Love you @bindisueirwin.”
Photo: Instagram/ @RorieBuckey
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Earlier this week, Robert, 19, uploaded a glowing selfie of the couple smiling in front of a flowering tree as the sun shined down on them. He simply captioned the Thursday post with flower and sun emojis.
Read More: Robert Irwin Reveals Touching Way He Hopes To Carry On Late Dad Steve’s Legacy
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The relationship milestone certainly won his big sister Bindi Irwin’s seal of approval as she reposted the pic on her Story alongside a heartfelt message.
“The sweetest. Love you both,” Bindi, 25, wrote, to which Rorie, also 19, re-shared the Story, adding, “Love you @bindisueirwin.”
Photo: Instagram/ @RorieBuckey
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- 8/26/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
Ten years ago, anticipation was astronomically high for Christopher Nolan’s sequel to Batman Begins,The Dark Knight. It wasn’t just another comic book spectacle — it was the first movie to star Heath Ledger since the actor’s shocking death at 28.
In early 2008, months before The Dark Knight opened on July 18, an exhausted Ledger retreated to his New York City apartment to try and get some rest and recuperate from an illness he couldn’t shake.
Despite warnings from friends and family about mixing sleeping pills with prescription medications, the Brokeback Mountain star was found dead on January 22, 2008 in his apartment.
In early 2008, months before The Dark Knight opened on July 18, an exhausted Ledger retreated to his New York City apartment to try and get some rest and recuperate from an illness he couldn’t shake.
Despite warnings from friends and family about mixing sleeping pills with prescription medications, the Brokeback Mountain star was found dead on January 22, 2008 in his apartment.
- 7/18/2018
- by Mike Miller
- PEOPLE.com
Heath Ledger's Joker will go down as one of the most iconic versions of the character ever. He was just so freakin' great in the role! He brought that character to life in the most terrifying way imaginable and it's hard to think that anyone will be able to top what he did.
It's been ten years since Heath Ledger tragically passed away. He was only 28-years-old and he had such an amazing career ahead of him. Every time I watch a movie with him in it, it still kinda stings that he's gone.
Lots of fans have wondered if Ledger would have reprised his role of The Joker in the third Batman film had he not passed away. Well, after all these years Ledger's sister Kate has revealed that he did plan on playing The Joker again.
During an interview last year with the Australian news outlet news.
It's been ten years since Heath Ledger tragically passed away. He was only 28-years-old and he had such an amazing career ahead of him. Every time I watch a movie with him in it, it still kinda stings that he's gone.
Lots of fans have wondered if Ledger would have reprised his role of The Joker in the third Batman film had he not passed away. Well, after all these years Ledger's sister Kate has revealed that he did plan on playing The Joker again.
During an interview last year with the Australian news outlet news.
- 2/1/2018
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Busy Philipps took a flight to be with best friend Michelle Williams on the 10-year anniversary of Heath Ledger‘s death.
On Monday evening, Philipps, 38, shared a photo of her view of the sunset from an airplane with a red heart emoji. Then, hours later, she posted a follow-up selfie of her with Dawson’s Creek costar Williams.
“It’s ok,” Philipps wrote along with the picture that showed the All the Money in the World star, 37, with her eyes closed and leaning on her longtime confidant.
Ledger and Williams dated after meeting on the set of their 2005 film Brokeback Mountain...
On Monday evening, Philipps, 38, shared a photo of her view of the sunset from an airplane with a red heart emoji. Then, hours later, she posted a follow-up selfie of her with Dawson’s Creek costar Williams.
“It’s ok,” Philipps wrote along with the picture that showed the All the Money in the World star, 37, with her eyes closed and leaning on her longtime confidant.
Ledger and Williams dated after meeting on the set of their 2005 film Brokeback Mountain...
- 1/23/2018
- by Karen Mizoguchi
- PEOPLE.com
It’s been 10 whole years since the tragic, untimely death of Heath Ledger and still, his immense performance in The Dark Knight continues to be a source of inspiration and awe.
On January 22nd, 2008, Ledger died due to a cardiac arrest brought on by a drug overdose. He was only 28 years old at the time of the incident, which left the entire entertainment industry in mourning at the loss of such a great, raw talent. If there’s one small solace to take away from Heath Ledger’s all-too-brief time on this Earth, though, it’s that he saved his best performance for last, and that’s something the Internet has honored on the 10th anniversary of his untimely death.
Here’s a small sample of the industry’s reactions, beginning with a piece from People that features an interview with his surviving sister, Kate Ledger:
Heath is hugely...
On January 22nd, 2008, Ledger died due to a cardiac arrest brought on by a drug overdose. He was only 28 years old at the time of the incident, which left the entire entertainment industry in mourning at the loss of such a great, raw talent. If there’s one small solace to take away from Heath Ledger’s all-too-brief time on this Earth, though, it’s that he saved his best performance for last, and that’s something the Internet has honored on the 10th anniversary of his untimely death.
Here’s a small sample of the industry’s reactions, beginning with a piece from People that features an interview with his surviving sister, Kate Ledger:
Heath is hugely...
- 1/22/2018
- by Michael Briers
- We Got This Covered
Although Jan. 22 marks the 10-year anniversary of Heath Ledger‘s untimely death, his older sister says the actor is “very much alive in our house.”
Kate Ledger spoke to Who about her late brother, who died from an accidental overdose when he was just 28, telling the magazine that the family stays in touch with his ex-wife Michelle Williams and their 12-year-old daughter Matilda.
“We keep in constant contact with Michelle and Matilda and visit frequently,” Kate said. “She is an amazing girl and a source of delight to us all.”
Although her own children were very young at the time of Heath’s passing,...
Kate Ledger spoke to Who about her late brother, who died from an accidental overdose when he was just 28, telling the magazine that the family stays in touch with his ex-wife Michelle Williams and their 12-year-old daughter Matilda.
“We keep in constant contact with Michelle and Matilda and visit frequently,” Kate said. “She is an amazing girl and a source of delight to us all.”
Although her own children were very young at the time of Heath’s passing,...
- 1/22/2018
- by Steph Petit
- PEOPLE.com
Ten years ago, an exhausted Heath Ledger retreated to his New York City apartment to try and get some rest and recuperate from an illness he couldn’t shake.
Despite warnings from friends and family about mixing sleeping pills with prescription medications, the 28-year-old Brokeback Mountain star was found dead on Jan. 22, 2008 in his apartment. A toxicology report revealed a fatal mix of prescription drugs in his system.
Years after his death, People spoke with those closest to him about his amazing life and untimely death. They described a young superstar and father grappling with the pressures of fame, reeling...
Despite warnings from friends and family about mixing sleeping pills with prescription medications, the 28-year-old Brokeback Mountain star was found dead on Jan. 22, 2008 in his apartment. A toxicology report revealed a fatal mix of prescription drugs in his system.
Years after his death, People spoke with those closest to him about his amazing life and untimely death. They described a young superstar and father grappling with the pressures of fame, reeling...
- 1/22/2018
- by Mike Miller
- PEOPLE.com
Monday, January 22, marks the 10-year anniversary of Heath Ledger’s death. The 28-year-old actor’s bright, burgeoning career was cut short by an accidental prescription drug overdose, just six months before “The Dark Knight” hit theaters.
Ledger, of course, earned raves for his indelible turn as The Joker in the second film of Christopher Nolan‘s Batman trilogy and would dominate the Best Supporting Actor race the whole season, pulling off a clean sweep of the Golden Globe, Critics’ Choice, Screen Actors Guild, BAFTA and Oscar. Coincidentally, he received his Oscar nomination on the one-year anniversary of his death (he died on Oscar nomination day as well). When he won a month later, his parents, Kim Ledger and Sally Bell, and sister Kate Ledger accepted on his behalf before a tearful crowd, who gave a sustained standing ovation.
See Heath Ledger is no joke, voted top Best Supporting Actor Oscar winner of the 2000s [Poll Results]
“Firstly,...
Ledger, of course, earned raves for his indelible turn as The Joker in the second film of Christopher Nolan‘s Batman trilogy and would dominate the Best Supporting Actor race the whole season, pulling off a clean sweep of the Golden Globe, Critics’ Choice, Screen Actors Guild, BAFTA and Oscar. Coincidentally, he received his Oscar nomination on the one-year anniversary of his death (he died on Oscar nomination day as well). When he won a month later, his parents, Kim Ledger and Sally Bell, and sister Kate Ledger accepted on his behalf before a tearful crowd, who gave a sustained standing ovation.
See Heath Ledger is no joke, voted top Best Supporting Actor Oscar winner of the 2000s [Poll Results]
“Firstly,...
- 1/22/2018
- by Joyce Eng
- Gold Derby
Although Jan. 22 marks the 10-year anniversary of Heath Ledger‘s untimely death, his older sister says the actor is “very much alive in our house.”
Kate Ledger spoke to Who about her late brother, who died from an accidental overdose when he was just 28, telling the magazine that the family stays in touch with his ex-wife Michelle Williams and their 12-year-old daughter Matilda.
“We keep in constant contact with Michelle and Matilda and visit frequently,” Kate said. “She is an amazing girl and a source of delight to us all.”
Although her own children were very young at the time of Heath’s passing,...
Kate Ledger spoke to Who about her late brother, who died from an accidental overdose when he was just 28, telling the magazine that the family stays in touch with his ex-wife Michelle Williams and their 12-year-old daughter Matilda.
“We keep in constant contact with Michelle and Matilda and visit frequently,” Kate said. “She is an amazing girl and a source of delight to us all.”
Although her own children were very young at the time of Heath’s passing,...
- 1/16/2018
- by Stephanie Petit
- PEOPLE.com
They both played infamously evil clowns, but It’s Bill Skarsgard sees some major differences between his Pennywise and Heath Ledger’s Joker from The Dark Knight.
“I think the biggest difference between Pennywise and the Joker character — or at least Heath Ledger’s interpretation — is that he’s far more based in reality,” Skarsgard, 27, tells People.
“ is sort of this social anarchist, crazy person, and I don’t think Pennywise is the same in that way. He’s not even human, he’s just pure evil,” he adds.
The boyishly handsome Skarsgard, son of acclaimed actor Stellan, and younger...
“I think the biggest difference between Pennywise and the Joker character — or at least Heath Ledger’s interpretation — is that he’s far more based in reality,” Skarsgard, 27, tells People.
“ is sort of this social anarchist, crazy person, and I don’t think Pennywise is the same in that way. He’s not even human, he’s just pure evil,” he adds.
The boyishly handsome Skarsgard, son of acclaimed actor Stellan, and younger...
- 9/9/2017
- by Mike Miller
- PEOPLE.com
We chat to Heath Ledger's sister, Kate, about the new documentary "I am Heath Ledger." #TheProjectTV pic.twitter.com/g8ZH8Q2R9o
— #TheProjectTV (@theprojecttv) May 10, 2017
Heath Ledger‘s oldest sister Kate Ledger had an emotional journey watching the new documentary about his life, I Am Heath Ledger.
The film features rare recordings of the late actor before his untimely death in January 2008 — most of which Kate hadn’t seen before.
“He was incredibly private,” she explained to Australia’s The Project on Wednesday. “None of the footage that’s shown in the film actually came from the family.
— #TheProjectTV (@theprojecttv) May 10, 2017
Heath Ledger‘s oldest sister Kate Ledger had an emotional journey watching the new documentary about his life, I Am Heath Ledger.
The film features rare recordings of the late actor before his untimely death in January 2008 — most of which Kate hadn’t seen before.
“He was incredibly private,” she explained to Australia’s The Project on Wednesday. “None of the footage that’s shown in the film actually came from the family.
- 5/11/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
With the upcoming release of I Am Heath Ledger, the Joker actor has been the topic of many discussions lately. Now his sister, Kate Ledger, has spoken out against media who claim that the Oscar-winning role drove him to depression. According to Kate, he was not only thrilled about playing The Joker in The Dark […]
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- 5/5/2017
- by Edward Nigma
- Fortress of Solitude - Movie News
David Crow May 5, 2017
According to Heath Ledger's sister, he was not only thrilled about playing The Joker in The Dark Knight, but planned to reprise the role.
Heath Ledger has been on our minds a lot lately. With the release of the documentary I Am Heath Ledger, which debuted for a limited engagement on the big screen yesterday in the Us. Many have been looking to reevaluate the legacy of an actor taken too soon after a brief but legendary run, including his turn as the Joker in The Dark Knight.
And the rumours about Ledger, and his posthumous Oscar winning role as the Joker, continue to persist. Now Kate Ledger, sister of Heath, is speaking out over recent film reviews. Several notices have suggested the documentary hides Ledger’s demons, which strikes a chord with Ledger's sister who flatly dismissed the notion that Ledger was either depressed with...
According to Heath Ledger's sister, he was not only thrilled about playing The Joker in The Dark Knight, but planned to reprise the role.
Heath Ledger has been on our minds a lot lately. With the release of the documentary I Am Heath Ledger, which debuted for a limited engagement on the big screen yesterday in the Us. Many have been looking to reevaluate the legacy of an actor taken too soon after a brief but legendary run, including his turn as the Joker in The Dark Knight.
And the rumours about Ledger, and his posthumous Oscar winning role as the Joker, continue to persist. Now Kate Ledger, sister of Heath, is speaking out over recent film reviews. Several notices have suggested the documentary hides Ledger’s demons, which strikes a chord with Ledger's sister who flatly dismissed the notion that Ledger was either depressed with...
- 5/5/2017
- Den of Geek
At the Tribeca Film Festival premiere of the documentary I Am Heath Ledger, Kate Ledger, the sister of the late actor, tried to dispel the long-whispered speculation that her brother’s death had something to do with his role in The Dark Knight. Before his death in 2008, Ledger himself described suffering from insomnia and trying to treat it with prescription drugs during his legendary turn as the mass-murdering, psychopathic Batman villain The Joker, for which he won a posthumous Academy Award. But according to his sister, as reported by The Telegraph, all the depression and turmoil Heath was rumored to have been going during the film’s production, as well as the creepy Joker journal he’d constructed, was normal for the famously dedicated actor.
“I was really shocked, because that was him having fun,” The Telegraph reports her as saying. “Every report was coming out that he was ...
“I was really shocked, because that was him having fun,” The Telegraph reports her as saying. “Every report was coming out that he was ...
- 4/25/2017
- by Matt Gerardi
- avclub.com
When it came to fatherhood, Heath Ledger was a “natural.”
Nine years after the actor’s death, Ledger’s closest friends and family came together on Sunday to remember him at the Tribeca Film Festival premiere of the documentary I Am Heath Ledger, where they opened up about intimate details of his life.
“He was just a natural dad,” Ledger’s longtime friend Matt Amato said during a panel talk moderated by People and Entertainment Weekly editorial director Jess Cagle. “I met Matilda three days after she was born and they were just a beautiful painting together.”
“He just held...
Nine years after the actor’s death, Ledger’s closest friends and family came together on Sunday to remember him at the Tribeca Film Festival premiere of the documentary I Am Heath Ledger, where they opened up about intimate details of his life.
“He was just a natural dad,” Ledger’s longtime friend Matt Amato said during a panel talk moderated by People and Entertainment Weekly editorial director Jess Cagle. “I met Matilda three days after she was born and they were just a beautiful painting together.”
“He just held...
- 4/24/2017
- by Jodi Guglielmi and Mary Park
- PEOPLE.com
Heath Ledger‘s sisters came together Sunday to remember the late actor nine years after his death at the Tribeca Film Festival premiere of the documentary I Am Heath Ledger, which provides an insightful look at his life as movie star and father as well as his troubled final days.
Ledger’s older sister Kate Ledger and half-sister Ashleigh Bell posed for photos together on the red carpet with the film’s director, Derik Murray.
His sister Kate previously told People in the April 24 cover story that in some ways the “beautiful” film is Ledger’s final gift to his now 11-year-old daughter,...
Ledger’s older sister Kate Ledger and half-sister Ashleigh Bell posed for photos together on the red carpet with the film’s director, Derik Murray.
His sister Kate previously told People in the April 24 cover story that in some ways the “beautiful” film is Ledger’s final gift to his now 11-year-old daughter,...
- 4/23/2017
- by Stephanie Petit
- PEOPLE.com
Nine years after Heath Ledger’s death, members of his inner circle share memories of his zest for life and his troubled final days. Subscribe now for the emotional new details and never-before-seen photos — only in People.
Michelle Williams has parented daughter Matilda on her own for nine years since Heath Ledger‘s death — and members of the late actor’s inner circle marvel at the job she has done.
“I think that she provides such a wonderful environment for Matilda to grow up in, especially in the sort of industry that she’s in,” Heath’s sister Kate Ledger...
Michelle Williams has parented daughter Matilda on her own for nine years since Heath Ledger‘s death — and members of the late actor’s inner circle marvel at the job she has done.
“I think that she provides such a wonderful environment for Matilda to grow up in, especially in the sort of industry that she’s in,” Heath’s sister Kate Ledger...
- 4/13/2017
- by Liz McNeil and Kathy Ehrich Dowd
- PEOPLE.com
Nine years after Heath Ledger’s death, members of his inner circle share memories of his zest for life and his troubled final days. Subscribe now for the emotional new details and never-before-seen photos — only in People.
Heath Ledger was a young superstar and father grappling with the pressures of fame and a recent breakup when he retreated to his New York City apartment in January 2008 to try and get some rest and recuperate from an illness he couldn’t shake.
Despite warnings from friends and family about mixing sleeping pills with prescription medications, the 28-year-old Brokeback Mountain star was found dead on Jan.
Heath Ledger was a young superstar and father grappling with the pressures of fame and a recent breakup when he retreated to his New York City apartment in January 2008 to try and get some rest and recuperate from an illness he couldn’t shake.
Despite warnings from friends and family about mixing sleeping pills with prescription medications, the 28-year-old Brokeback Mountain star was found dead on Jan.
- 4/12/2017
- by Liz McNeil and Kathy Ehrich Dowd
- PEOPLE.com
He was a blazing talent who stunned audiences with his portrayal of a conflicted cowboy in Brokeback Mountain and the Joker in The Dark Knight. He was the doting father to his “darling” daughter Matilda, and he was the loyal son and brother who would come home to his native Australia and cover the ceiling in flour as he made pasta from scratch.
Now, nine years after Heath Ledger‘s 2008 death at age 28 from an accidental overdose, those closest to him open up to People in this week’s cover story about the late star’s private side — and discuss the evocative,...
Now, nine years after Heath Ledger‘s 2008 death at age 28 from an accidental overdose, those closest to him open up to People in this week’s cover story about the late star’s private side — and discuss the evocative,...
- 4/12/2017
- by Liz McNeil and Kathy Ehrich Dowd
- PEOPLE.com
2017-04-05T04:57:00-07:00Emotional Trailer Previews Heath Ledger Documentary
His smile, his dedication to his craft, his accent. We could concoct a list of 10 Things we love about the late Heath Ledger, or we could let this preview jog your memory.
The bittersweet first trailer for the documentary I Am Heath Ledger, premiering on Spike TV in May, offers footage of the Academy Award-winning actor captured through home movies. It also includes interviews with his sister, Kate Ledger, and Brokeback Mountain Director Ang Lee, who praise his onscreen abilities.
But a cloud hangs over the montage of The Dark Knight star smiling and spinning. "He wanted fame," filmmaker Matt Amato says, "and then when he got it he didn't want it."
Ledger's body was discovered in his New York apartment on Jan. 22, 2008. The medical examiner's office determined that he died of "acute intoxication," as a result...
His smile, his dedication to his craft, his accent. We could concoct a list of 10 Things we love about the late Heath Ledger, or we could let this preview jog your memory.
The bittersweet first trailer for the documentary I Am Heath Ledger, premiering on Spike TV in May, offers footage of the Academy Award-winning actor captured through home movies. It also includes interviews with his sister, Kate Ledger, and Brokeback Mountain Director Ang Lee, who praise his onscreen abilities.
But a cloud hangs over the montage of The Dark Knight star smiling and spinning. "He wanted fame," filmmaker Matt Amato says, "and then when he got it he didn't want it."
Ledger's body was discovered in his New York apartment on Jan. 22, 2008. The medical examiner's office determined that he died of "acute intoxication," as a result...
- 4/5/2017
- by EG
- Yidio
The emotional first trailer for Spike’s Heath Ledger documentary debuted today on what would have been the actor’s 38th birthday.
Spike TV’s I Am Heath Ledger, set to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 23, features never-before-seen footage of the late actor, who died from an accidental mixture of prescription drugs at the age of 28.
The film also features interviews with those closest to Ledger, including his sister Kate Ledger, musician and friend Ben Harper, his former girlfriend Christina Cauchi and a number of industry friends like director Ang Lee. Naomi Watts, who dated Ledger, also appears in the film,...
Spike TV’s I Am Heath Ledger, set to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 23, features never-before-seen footage of the late actor, who died from an accidental mixture of prescription drugs at the age of 28.
The film also features interviews with those closest to Ledger, including his sister Kate Ledger, musician and friend Ben Harper, his former girlfriend Christina Cauchi and a number of industry friends like director Ang Lee. Naomi Watts, who dated Ledger, also appears in the film,...
- 4/4/2017
- by Mike Miller
- PEOPLE.com
Spike TV and Network Entertainment have released the trailer for “I Am Heath Ledger,” the new documentary exploring the life of the late actor who passed away in 2008. Actor Ben Mendelsohn, director Ang Lee, model Christina Cauchi and Ledger’s sister Kate Ledger all pop up in the preview, praising the “Brokeback Mountain” actor. “Heath was the most alive human,” musician Ben Harper says. Also Read: Heath Ledger to Be Next Subject of Spike's 'I Am' Documentary Series “He wanted fame, and then when he got it, he didn’t want it,” filmmaker Matt Amato adds. Using interviews with members...
- 4/4/2017
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Wrap
Australians in Film has opened applications for the ninth annual Heath Ledger Scholarship.
Established in memory of Ledger, the prize is awarded to an emerging Aussie actor between aged between 18-35 years. The recipient will receive Us$10,000 and two return airfares to La.
Last year's winner, Ashleigh Cummings stars in the upcoming Kiwi feature Pork Pie, distributed by StudioCanal later this year.
Other past winners include Anna McGahan, set to star in Foxtel.s Picnic at Hanging Rock, Ryan Corr (Mary Magdalene, The Water Diviner, Holding the Man), James Mackay (The Dressmaker, Hacksaw Ridge, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales) and Bella Heathcote (Fifty Shades Darker, Dark Shadows, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies).
AiF board member and Heath.s sister Kate Ledger said the scholarship was close to the heart. .
.Seeing the struggles that Heath went through in making that transition with his international career and knowing...
Established in memory of Ledger, the prize is awarded to an emerging Aussie actor between aged between 18-35 years. The recipient will receive Us$10,000 and two return airfares to La.
Last year's winner, Ashleigh Cummings stars in the upcoming Kiwi feature Pork Pie, distributed by StudioCanal later this year.
Other past winners include Anna McGahan, set to star in Foxtel.s Picnic at Hanging Rock, Ryan Corr (Mary Magdalene, The Water Diviner, Holding the Man), James Mackay (The Dressmaker, Hacksaw Ridge, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales) and Bella Heathcote (Fifty Shades Darker, Dark Shadows, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies).
AiF board member and Heath.s sister Kate Ledger said the scholarship was close to the heart. .
.Seeing the struggles that Heath went through in making that transition with his international career and knowing...
- 2/21/2017
- by Staff Writer
- IF.com.au
Kate Marks.
Australians in Film (AiF) has announced a board reshuffle. Former publicist for Paramount Pictures and Universal Studios Kate Ledger joins the board, while Ausfilm.s Evp of international production Kate Marks will become president. .
In addition, board member and former chairman Tracey Vieira, CEO of Screen Queensland, has resigned to join the AiF Board of Advisors.
Perth-based Ledger, who is company director of Mintie Moo productions and sister of the late Heath Ledger, said she was thrilled at her appointment.
.I have always been an advocate for giving Australians the platform and support needed to help them make the transition to an international career. I am passionate about the Australian film industry and what it can contribute to international culture,. she said.
Marks relocated to Los Angeles in 2014 to commence her current role with Ausfilm after serving as Film Victoria.s general manager of incentives, locations and production...
Australians in Film (AiF) has announced a board reshuffle. Former publicist for Paramount Pictures and Universal Studios Kate Ledger joins the board, while Ausfilm.s Evp of international production Kate Marks will become president. .
In addition, board member and former chairman Tracey Vieira, CEO of Screen Queensland, has resigned to join the AiF Board of Advisors.
Perth-based Ledger, who is company director of Mintie Moo productions and sister of the late Heath Ledger, said she was thrilled at her appointment.
.I have always been an advocate for giving Australians the platform and support needed to help them make the transition to an international career. I am passionate about the Australian film industry and what it can contribute to international culture,. she said.
Marks relocated to Los Angeles in 2014 to commence her current role with Ausfilm after serving as Film Victoria.s general manager of incentives, locations and production...
- 8/8/2016
- by Staff Writer
- IF.com.au
Heath Ledger’s father revealed that his daughter cautioned his son the day before he died. Kate Ledger warned her brother “You can’t mix drugs that you don’t know anything about,” according to Australia’s News.com.au. The Dark Knight star dismissed the warning telling his sister, “Katie, Katie, I’ll be fine.” He was found dead the next day, January […]
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- 7/28/2016
- by Khoreen Eccleston
- Uinterview
Heath Ledger's Daughter Matilda Living Life "as Normal as Possible" With Help From Michelle Williams
Gone, but certainly not forgotten. More than seven years after Heath Ledger's tragic death, his sister Kate Ledger is speaking out and updating fans on his daughter Matilda. As it turns out, Michelle Williams remains a hands-on parent that receives praise from many of Heath's immediate family. "Michelle really does keep things real for her," Kate told the Sunday Telegraph via The Daily Mail. " And her existence, although different from most, is as normal as possible in an abnormal world." When Heath passed away in 2008, Matilda was just two years old. Because of her young age, some may wonder how much she remembers about her famous father. Luckily, Kate is happy to...
- 4/19/2015
- E! Online
Melbourne, Mar h 24: Heath Ledger's older sibling Kate Ledger has admitted that she shared a strong sibling bond with her brother and misses him everyday since his death in January 2008 aged just 28.
The talented writer, who has written a series of children's books called Twin Magic, inspired by her own identical twin girls, Rori and Scarlett, said that that he knew about the concept of the book and he'd be proud of her, News.com.au reported.
The 38-year-old, who was her brother's personal publicist, moved away from the industry, that he had loved so much, to set up a production company with her friend and started writing..
The talented writer, who has written a series of children's books called Twin Magic, inspired by her own identical twin girls, Rori and Scarlett, said that that he knew about the concept of the book and he'd be proud of her, News.com.au reported.
The 38-year-old, who was her brother's personal publicist, moved away from the industry, that he had loved so much, to set up a production company with her friend and started writing..
- 3/24/2013
- by Ketali Mehta
- RealBollywood.com
It has been two years since the tragic and untimely death of Australian born actor Heath Ledger. The beloved actor accidently overdosed on prescription medicine used to help him sleep on January 22, 2008. Shortly after his death, promotion for his new film The Dark Knight (2008) began, which became one of the highest grossing films of all-time, thanks to Ledger's role as the Joker. As production gears up for the third installment in the batman series, writer/director Christopher Nolan opens up about Ledger and his role as the Joker. While speaking with press, Nolan reveals that he has no intention of re-casting the Joker; instead he will do without him stating, "For me, Heath was the definitive Joker. It wouldn't feel appropriate to readdress that character." Ledger won an Academy Award for his roles as the Joker and his family was on hand to accept the award for their late son.
- 7/12/2010
- by cjoyce@corp.popstar.com (Colleen Joyce)
- ScreenStar
After the big show in the Kodak Theater, the first stop for many of the attendees was the Governors Ball. Along with attending this year's Oscars via the red carpet and the press room, we were fortunate enough to have a ticket to the fancy affair. While on the inside we watched the celebrities feast on their Wolfgang Puck meal set in the Asian-themed room decor. Celebs made their way through additional television press, which included a lot of singing from the youngest of the Slumdog cast, who were some of the last to arrive. Anne Hathaway continued to make it a family affair posing with her brother. She was being greeted nonstop and barely found any time to eat her meal, which included a three-tiered chocolate dessert with an Oscar on the top. Robert Pattinson and fellow teen heartthrob Zac Efron chatted and toasted with Vanessa Hudgens before heading over to the Vf afterparty.
- 2/25/2009
- by PopSugar
- Popsugar.com
Heath Ledger's last film is in the lines. The Oscar mania is still very much fresh in the minds of all. Heath's family is yet to come out of the initial shock and sheer happiness for Heath's outstanding achievement. And here comes the news that Heath's sister, Kate Ledger told reporters that her family is very much in the loop on his final movie. Kate was holding the Oscar backstage and soon after the reported issue occurred. "We've seen a little bit of the footage," she said of Terry Gilliam's "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus," Heath Ledger's last film. "I think it's going to be amazing." Heath's posthumous Award was collected by his family. Parnassus deals with a story surrounding a traveling magician who gives customers more than they bargained for. The film is a joint ....
- 2/24/2009
- by Angana
- Celeb9.com
Backstage at the Oscars on Sunday night, Kate Ledger told reporters that her family is very much in the loop on her brother's final movie.
"We've seen a little bit of the footage," she said of Terry Gilliam's "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus," Ledger's last film. "I think it's going to be amazing."
But the comments only highlighted a larger question: When will U.S. audiences get to see it?
The head-trippy "Parnassus," about a traveling magician who gives customers more than they bargained for, is a joint production of financial entity Grosvenor Park and sales mogul Samuel Hadida of Davis Films. It was gliding along as just another independently financed production, and product of Gilliam's funhouse imagination, when Ledger died early last year in the middle of production.
The project's fate was thrown into question until Jude Law, Colin Farrell and Johnny Depp stepped in, with all three...
"We've seen a little bit of the footage," she said of Terry Gilliam's "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus," Ledger's last film. "I think it's going to be amazing."
But the comments only highlighted a larger question: When will U.S. audiences get to see it?
The head-trippy "Parnassus," about a traveling magician who gives customers more than they bargained for, is a joint production of financial entity Grosvenor Park and sales mogul Samuel Hadida of Davis Films. It was gliding along as just another independently financed production, and product of Gilliam's funhouse imagination, when Ledger died early last year in the middle of production.
The project's fate was thrown into question until Jude Law, Colin Farrell and Johnny Depp stepped in, with all three...
- 2/23/2009
- by By Steven Zeitchik
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Los Angeles, California (X17online) - The surprise hit "Slumdog Millionaire" took home 8 awards, including Best Picture, at Sunday Night's 81st Annual Academy Awards. The film's Danny Boyle was named Best Director. Kate Winslet took the award for Best Actress for her performance in "The Reader." "Let me tell you, winning is really a lot better than losing," Winslet, a six-time nominee, said. "A lot better." Sean Penn was named Best Actor for his portrayal of slain civil rights activist Harvey Milk in "Milk." This is the second time Penn has won the award. "You commie, homo-loving sons of guns," Penn began in accepting the prize. "I did not expect this and I want it to be very clear that I do know how hard I make it to appreciate me often." Penelope Cruz won the Oscar in the Supporting Actress category for her work in "Vicky Cristina Barcelona." Taking the stage,...
- 2/23/2009
- x17online.com
After taking the stage to accept their awards, the night's big winners - and some of the exciting presenters - walked backstage to pose for photos and talk to the press. Jennifer Aniston and Sarah Jessica Parker skipped the interview aspect of things instead posing pretty in front of the big gold men before running off to the after parties. The big award winners were still glowing from their wins when they stepped in front of the mics to talk about what brought them there. Penelope was first up and she was happy to answer questions in her native Spanish before gushing about Woody Allen. Heath's family did an incredible job honoring their son who took home the well deserved Best Supporting Actor award. Nothing was stopping Kate Winslet who joked about just how much better winning is than losing. Sean Penn made things a bit more serious talking about...
- 2/23/2009
- by Molly
- Popsugar.com
Last night, the Oscars provided an exciting finale to another awesome award season. We were treated to a new format that kicked off with Hugh Jackman showing off his singing and dancing skills before having fun and joking with the big names of the night. Later on he was joined by Beyonce, Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens and Amanda Seyfried for a fun medley honoring musicals. Jennifer Aniston looked gorgeous onstage and happy sitting next to John, although we were so hoping to see her on the red carpet. Among the big surprises of the night were the presenters - we were treated to sightings of some of our favorites from Reese to Will, with a special shout-out to Ben Stiller for cracking us up with his Joaquin Phoenix impersonation. There weren't many upsets last night and the winners - click here to see them all - could not have been...
- 2/23/2009
- by PopSugar
- Popsugar.com
Being the favorite winner of this year's awards season, late Heath Ledger has collected the top prize for his lunatic performance as Joker in "The Dark Knight" as he is named Best Supporting Actor at the 81st Academy Awards. Accepting the award on his behalf were his father, Kim Ledger, his mother, Sally Bell, and his sister Kate Ledger.
Reading off the list of thank you in a calm voice for the acceptance speech, Kim said receiving the award is "ever-so-humbling". Adding to his speech, Sally who called his son an inspiration stated that the family chose to celebrate what Heath has achieved. Meanwhile, Kate confessed that she wishes her brother to accept the award himself, but added that they humbly accept on behalf of his daughter, Matilda.
Before the Best Supporting Actor was announced, a montage of past winners had been viewed. The montage included five previous winners, Joel Grey...
Reading off the list of thank you in a calm voice for the acceptance speech, Kim said receiving the award is "ever-so-humbling". Adding to his speech, Sally who called his son an inspiration stated that the family chose to celebrate what Heath has achieved. Meanwhile, Kate confessed that she wishes her brother to accept the award himself, but added that they humbly accept on behalf of his daughter, Matilda.
Before the Best Supporting Actor was announced, a montage of past winners had been viewed. The montage included five previous winners, Joel Grey...
- 2/23/2009
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Photo: Warner Bros. The Envelope just posted a new video conversation of a select group of Oscar pundits talking about Heath Ledger and how he is a lock to win Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars. Inside of hit HitFix.com's Greg Ellwood wonders who will be picking up Ledger's Oscar now that Christopher Nolan hasn't been nominated and wonders if Nolan will even be in attendance as a result. Well, that has already been made public and it is just one more reason to pencil in Ledger as the winner. Entertainment Weekly annouced if Heath Ledger wins the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor on Feb. 22, his family will accept the award on his behalf, Dark Knight director Christopher Nolan told EW.com at the DGA Awards Saturday night. This comes after Nolan accepted for Ledger at the Golden Globes and co-star Gary Oldman accepted for him at the SAGs.
- 2/1/2009
- by Brad Brevet
- Rope of Silicon
Exactly one year after Heath Ledger died from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs, he received a posthumous Academy Award nomination for his portrayal of The Joker in "The Dark Knight." While most actors spent the day celebrating their nominations, Heath's family spent it mourning his death. "To us ... it seems like merely yesterday, and we are all still nursing broken hearts," Kate Ledger, the actor's sister, said Friday. "Although we would love to have him here with us, we are so proud and so excited on his behalf," his other sister Ashleigh Bell said. "In Heath's...
- 1/23/2009
- Hollyscoop.com
It's hard to believe it's been a year since Heath Ledger so suddenly, shockingly and tragically passed away. On the first anniversary of his death, the now two-time Oscar nominee's three sisters spoke out in their native Australia about their brother, his legacy and how deeply they still feel the loss. "Today is the anniversary of Heath's passing," sister Kate Ledger told Australian media Thursday in a written statement. "To us (his family) it seems like merely yesterday and we are still all nursing broken hearts. Like anyone who loses a family member, it has opened our eyes to the intense suffering and painful journey that is death. "We feel truly blessed to have Heath's...
- 1/23/2009
- E! Online
Heath Ledger's family gathered at an Australian beach to remember the actor, who died a year ago and is now being honored with an Oscar nomination for The Dark Knight. "We are still all nursing broken hearts," older sister Kate Ledger said Friday in Perth. "Like anyone who loses a family member, it has opened our eyes to the intense suffering and painful journey that is death." Kate and two half-sisters, Ashleigh Bell and Olivia Ledger, stood under clear blue skies at the Indiana Tea Room on Cottesloe Beach, one of Ledger's favorite spots and the site of his wake after his funeral.
- 1/22/2009
- by Brenda Rodriguez
- PEOPLE.com
The Joker brought about a teary reunion for the family of Heath Ledger, who was posthumously honored by the Australian Film Institute on Saturday. Ledger, who tragically died in January at age 28, was named best actor for his role in the summer's Batman blockbuster The Dark Knight. His award was accepted by Heath's father Kim, his mother Sally and his sister Kate, the Associated Press reports. "It's been without a doubt the most difficult year, losing such a loved family member," said Kate Ledger. Referring to Heath's 3-year-old daughter, Matilda, whose mother is Michelle Williams, Kate added, "We are so...
- 12/8/2008
- by Stephen M. Silverman
- PEOPLE.com
Chicago – With the 80th-annual Academy Awards set for Feb. 22, 2009 and Oscar nominations to be announced on Jan. 22, 2009, the late actor Heath Ledger on Saturday was awarded his first acting honor from the Australian Film Institute (AFI) for his supporting role as The Joker in “The Dark Knight”. Australia is his home country.
Heath Ledger as The Joker in “The Dark Knight”.
Photo credit: Warner Bros.
The AFI awarded Ledger – who died at the age of 28 of an accidental painkiller overdose in New York on Jan. 22, 2008 – one of its most prestigious awards: the international award for best actor.
The award ceremony was held at Melbourne’s Princess Theater. The award for Heath Ledger was accepted by his sister, Kate Ledger, and his family. The AFI said at its 50th-annual awards ceremony that Ledger was a “groundbreaking actor trapped in the body of a leading man. He was the untamed spirit many...
Heath Ledger as The Joker in “The Dark Knight”.
Photo credit: Warner Bros.
The AFI awarded Ledger – who died at the age of 28 of an accidental painkiller overdose in New York on Jan. 22, 2008 – one of its most prestigious awards: the international award for best actor.
The award ceremony was held at Melbourne’s Princess Theater. The award for Heath Ledger was accepted by his sister, Kate Ledger, and his family. The AFI said at its 50th-annual awards ceremony that Ledger was a “groundbreaking actor trapped in the body of a leading man. He was the untamed spirit many...
- 12/7/2008
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
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