R.I.P.
How Heath's Body Was Discovered

The Olsen twins' connection to Heath Ledger's apartment is now clear.

Here's the way it went down. A cleaning lady for Heath arrived at the apartment first, followed soon thereafter by a masseuse. They both entered the room at around the same time and discovered Heath's lifeless body.

The cleaning lady called police. The masseuse, we're told, called the bodyguard for the Olsens. She called him because they're friends and he's an EMT. The bodyguard was around the block at Ashley's and he immediately went over. By the time he arrived, the cops were already there.

We're also told it appeared Heath "had been dead for a while" and there were no visible signs of trauma. There was a pill bottle on the nightstand.

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16. This is unbelievably sad... TMZ, thanks for the great coverage. RIP Heath Ledger. You were a fine actor.

Posted at 8:34PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by Jeff McCord Dallas

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Posted at 8:34PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by TMZ sucks

18. Nevermind they fixed it... **sigh**

Posted at 8:35PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by Gossip_gurl123

19. TMZ, I really love your site and you guys do a great job! But you should really triple check sources before posting anything. It makes you guys look bad.

I miss The Ledger

-Ariana

Posted at 8:35PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by DJ Ariana

20. This was filed wrong, under Charlie Sheen, R.I.P.

Posted at 8:36PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by Toni-Marie

21. Accidental or Overdose...It Doesn't Matter, he DIED. People who are Intelligent, KNOW by Taking One to Many Pills, can Cause Harm... Just a thought....
The only one I feel very SAD for is His Little Girl, I am Sure He LOVED her VERY MUCH.
It is just A Shame, In Hollywood, Hollywood DOCTORS need to be Investigated MORE OFTEN. They hand Out Drugs like CANDY...

Posted at 8:35PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by 54321

22. R.I.P. Heath Ledger

http://youtube.com/watch?v=5BrMY6bmq0M

Posted at 8:36PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by Rubz

23. I loved the video of the body being wheeled out of the Apartment!

Posted at 8:36PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by FABIO

24. they took charlie's name off the link's.

Posted at 8:36PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by gaingator.com

25. its common practice for EMT's to still try and work on someone even if it is apparent they are dead if they are called because someone is non responsive...this is such a shame... He was the same age as me. I really feel for his daughter right now....its going to be tough for her. Much Love and my condolences to his family and friends.... it is a true loss.

Posted at 8:39PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by kimd143

26. Accidental or Overdose...It Doesn't Matter, he DIED. People who are Intelligent, KNOW by Taking One to Many Pills, can Cause Harm... Just a thought....
The only one I feel very SAD for is His Little Girl, I am Sure He LOVED her VERY MUCH.
It is just A Shame, In Hollywood, Hollywood DOCTORS need to be Investigated MORE OFTEN. They hand Out Drugs like CANDY...

Posted at 8:12PM on Jan 23rd 2008 by 54321

27. if you're so upset about what's on this site then why r u here?

Posted at 8:37PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by dkw

28. That makes sense - maybe wait before printing next time? You know, to get the "facts!"

Posted at 8:37PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by Kidarazzi

29. I cannot believe this, I just heard and my heart just sunk. I feel bad for his daughter, this is as terrible as River Phoenix. I am shocked. My heart goes out to his family.

Posted at 8:39PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by This makes me sad

30. I used to enjoy TMZ. Amusing pop culture headlines and crazy celebrity antics. But this is going too far. I cannot believe you showed his body being moved. That crossed the line of not good taste, but basic human decency. And don’t claim it was simply ‘newsworthy’ it was just blatant exploitation of a tragedy. Whether it is 100 lives lost or one, it is still a tragedy. There are people left behind who are experiencing the most painful part of being human. Losing a loved one. I can only hope that the Paparazzi has enough respect and at least a shred of morals and compassion, and LEAVE HIS FAMILY ALONE TO GRIEVE.

Posted at 8:38PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by Meg

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