It was a shock to all when Heath Ledger was found dead in a New York City apartment today. Here is tonight's TMZ TV segment on the death of the talented Australian actor.
Filed under: R.I.P., Heath Ledger
91. Everyone needs to get over the fact that y'all showed his body being wheeled out. As much as everyone complained, they still watched it. It's what people want to see and TMZ has been the truest to form. I appreciate that. Celebrities are an ugly business but someone has to do it. I'd rather watch celebs being real than the pampered puffed-up things other shows make them out to be. RIP Heath. You were a good actor. You are past caring what is done about you here on Earth.
Posted at 5:14AM on Jan 25th 2008 by THE Mrs. White
92. To Valerie #88 - You and your kind are disgusting -Your collective minds would fit on the head of a pin...
God Bless Heath Ledger - A great man, a great father, and a great actor. May he rest in peace...
Posted at 5:54AM on Jan 25th 2008 by mitzie83
93. I loved Heath Ledgers work and he seemed so sincere in his interviews. I've seen most of his movies and was truly saddened by this terrible tragedy. I pray for his soul and his family. I cannot believe that these crazy church people are planning to picket his funeral. To them, about them I say the following:
DISGUSTING! These people are out of their mind. They are placing judgement on an individual who in his occupation played a character in a movie that did not reflect who he was.....he was a straight man who worked hard in his profession. These crazy people are not only making their religion look bad, but their particular church as well. God is the only Judge, stop the madness. Leave Heath Ledgers family mourn in peace. God is good and full of love, these crazies are acting like terrorist in using God's name for their dirty work! The signs that they are planning on holding up say horrible things that in no way reflect who Heath Ledger was and in essence are lies. How could anyone allow this.....
Posted at 4:47PM on Jan 25th 2008 by Miriam
94. Heath Ledger's death is so very tragic. It was bad enough he couldn't enjoy his live with his beautiful daugher and his ex fiance. But for the media to have the camera on his dead body, was just ridiculous. This is outrageous. My thoughts and prayers go out to Heath Leger, an amazing person, a marvelous actor, and most importantly a terrific father. My prayers go out to his family as well, especially cute little Matilda. You will be proud of your father on day. He never seemed to let his multi million dollar life get in the way he loved and cared for you. All he wanted was some privacy. Heath Ledger..........Rest In Peace. You will be terribly missed. We love you so very much. You will always be in our hearts forever. RIP Heath.
Posted at 2:28PM on Jan 26th 2008 by KC
95. Heath Ledger died of undiagnosed sleep Apnea...Yes, he may have also had anxiety as most would after a failed relationship and a stressful job.
So his maid said she heard him snoring right? That is one of the signs of Apnea (I know, like 85% of men snore but Heath was also not getting sleep, also another sign)
Most people that have Apnea don't know and it's hard for a doctor to diagnose--which is why you have to actually go to a sleep lab and be hooked up to machines and monitored. For the most part your body tells you "hey, I'm not breathing--wake up and take a breath".
Heath was taking medications used to relax and calm...I think he took enough of a dose to keep his body from sensing the need to wake up and take a breath.
Posted at 10:20AM on Jan 27th 2008 by Stephanie
96. Wow, talk about fast-food takeout at Warp Speed 10. The body was barely cold before the TMZ jackals gathered to sink their teeth into the poor guy's remains. Ummm, smack smack, bon apetit---just don't forget to floss afterwards. It's people like youse who give necrophilia a bad name. Meanwhile schmucks like "Coroner" above and their pious "lessons-to-be-drawn" from this tragedy are patting themselves on the back for their moral superiority. Screw 'em all. Ledger stood out from the interchangeable no-talent Hollywood pretty boys as a gifted and risk-taking craftsman and an all around decent chap. He's left a singular body of work that will endure. The family's loss is immeasurable, but in an industry populated by mediocrities, we've lost a rarity, too: a terrific actor who didn't buy his own press. There really is no justice in this world.
Posted at 7:00PM on Jan 27th 2008 by paul kibble
97. Is this really necessary to show his body being wheeled out.......really low.
Posted at 7:55PM on Jan 27th 2008 by kfv
98. I wish that the media could show a little restraint and decency in times like this. Why do you need to show the removal of the body? We all know Heath is dead. Perhaps next time you can score some police photos of the body - wouldn't that maek your day!?!
Thanks for demonstrating once again how low the media will go...............I'm sure you've made your parents proud.
Posted at 10:57AM on Jan 28th 2008 by Christen
99. i think its okay to show the removal.
heath ledger was a celebrity and it was part of he job to be in front of the camera.
he was well known and will be terribly missed by his fans and actors alike.
i think the removal acted as a sense of closure for the fans and made them believe that he was actually dead.
being filmed comes with the job, even though it was a very sad and traumatic event.
fans want to be a part of this process, even though some people oppose filming the removal.
Posted at 1:53PM on Jan 29th 2008 by casey
100. Hello even if your just a booty call your loyalty should be to your friend. I hope Mary Kate Olsen realizes Heaths Blood is on her hands and if there is Karma maybe she won't sleep so good at night. Why don't the rich people have to pay for their crimes. How smart do you have to be to dial 911
Posted at 9:14AM on Feb 1st 2008 by boo_boo
101. DUDE!! You can not show Heath Ledgers body being wheeled out. Have some respect!!!
Posted at 6:58PM on Feb 6th 2008 by chelcy
102. I know this might sound scary, but I myself have been taking almost the same script (oxy,hydro&xanax+valium) for 2yrs. It is not what your normal DR will prescribe, but you need to find the Accident Pain Doctors, who will give you pretty much everything. But the one thing no one has mention is that MOST of THE COOL KIDS in the club (SNORT the oxycodone) to get an instant high way better than blow. The reason is you never come down like you do with blow. I know that taking this combo is lethal but has anyone checked is nostrols fthrough toxicology to determ if he was taking the medication wrong. This crushing method releases all of the oxy at once causing you to feel invincable. This might be the awsner no one is looking for. You dont need illegal drugs when you can party with legal drugs and know one see you got to the bathroom every 5 minutes.
Posted at 10:13PM on Feb 7th 2008 by Johnny Blaze
103. Heath Ledger has gone to be with the Lord, Where he may find peace. My prayers go out to the family. Time eases the pain of loss but the good memories will always remain. God bless and keep you, and your loved ones, Heath. Cep
Posted at 3:20PM on Feb 8th 2008 by Cecile E. Pierce
105. First comes the blues, then comes depression, then comes anxiety, then comes panic, then comes insomnia...combine with meds and, like earlier suggested, sleep apnea...add that to the delay in summoning help!!!!
Good folks were so definately there and he was so on board to set himself spiritually and physically on the high road....just one more day....as he was reaching out.
He apparently was being conscientious about not self-medicating without consulting a doctor or advisor. Nor was he picking up a beer or any other seemingly inocuous (much less outright detrimental) condiments.
Makes it all the more tragic....moments were in the balance.
Posted at 4:59PM on Mar 24th 2008 by Catherine Francis
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