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January 22, 2008

Police Sources Say Pills May Be to Blame

"Extra" is learning more information surrounding the tragic death of Heath Ledger.

A New York Police Department spokesman says the case is being looked at as a possible overdose, though that hasn't been confirmed. The pills surrounding Heath's bed appear to be over-the-counter sleeping medication.

The Australian actor, 28, was found unresponsive by his housekeeper in a Manhattan apartment believed to be his home. Authorities were called and found him in full cardiac arrest.

A large crowd of paparazzi and gawkers are currently gathered outside the Manhattan apartment. The medical examiner's office is planning an autopsy on Wednesday.


NEXT: Warner Bros. 'Devastated' By Loss

 

Heath ledger was my favorite actor. I fell in love with him in a Knights tale and continued on with his extraordinary career. He was and always will be loved not just by me but by many.
My questions about his death is why was a rolled $20 dollar bill found did someone throw it there for effect???????did someone want the police and the paparazzi to think he was doing cocaine or heroin?????????Why would the masseuse call Mary Kate 3 or 4 times then continue to talk with her for a few minutes ??? why when in emergency like this, even one minute is vital His life probably could have been saved… if wanted! These are some of the questions that I have as a huge fan and maybe many other fans too.My heart goes so much out to his family and little girl and to all the other broken hearts too


- Barbara
Posted 01/29/08 01:03 PM
 

my comment i was very shocked at this news i found out on yahoo . i prays are with his family .


- nancy
Posted 01/23/08 07:20 AM
 

My heart goes out to the Ledger family as well as Heath’s little daughter Matilda,….and to all that loved him in whatever capacity.


- Cheri Koenig
Posted 01/23/08 06:52 AM
 

Words cannot describe the painful, tragic of loss of a human being and actor. Brings to mind James Dean—lost well before his time. My thoughts and prayers go out to Heath & his family.


- g
Posted 01/23/08 02:24 AM
 

It is tragic and deep loss for his family and fans. So many uprising potential stars leaves us a short brief career. Unimaginable that he is no longer with us. May prayers and thoughts are with his family. A private man is no longer with us.


- Fernando Contreras
Posted 01/23/08 01:11 AM
 

Show some respect for him and his family, It is very sad to see a talented actor go this way.
Lets not judge


- Ricky
Posted 01/22/08 11:15 PM
 

I am sad to hear about Mr Heath only because I am so waiting to see his acting i nthe new batman movie. I love the previews, and he looks like a great joker. I am sad to hear about a young person who has passed with so much talent.


- louis
Posted 01/22/08 09:31 PM
 

This is so sad. These young stars dying. He was such a good actor.


- Brenda
Posted 01/22/08 08:54 PM
 

my thoughts and prayers go out to heaths friends and family. his poor little girl will never get to know her daddy and thats ashame.


- jessica
Posted 01/22/08 08:16 PM
 

I agree that the comments made by Carlos Diaz are horrible. Is this what he wants people to say about him when he dies? If this is the type things that this show is going to allow to be said by one of thier hosts they should be ashamed of themselves and I think they owe Heaths family an apology!


- Sara
Posted 01/22/08 07:42 PM
 

i am so sad. i like him. he was so cute.


- Jennie P
Posted 01/22/08 07:38 PM
 

It is truly a tragedy that Heath Ledger is no longer with us. His talent was just begining to shine. As for people speculating his death, does it honestly matter what killed him. It’s the loss of a life that should be the main topic not that he may or may not have been a drug user. The facts are he was a young and talented actor. Know the facts then report.


- Mel & Sadie
Posted 01/22/08 07:35 PM
 

My heart goes out to his family. It is really sad that this had to happen. He was so young, and for his 2 year old daughter to have already lost her father is so devasting.


- Natalie
Posted 01/22/08 07:28 PM
 

I believe that no matter how he died it is tragic and that people should take that in to consideration. If he was my family member I would be devastated by how people were talking. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.


- Anonymous
Posted 01/22/08 07:15 PM
 

I think it is unfair of anyone to judge what has happened or to be so cruel as to say “Well there goes another actor who really cares.” abviously his family cares! I say of you must judge at least wait untill you have all the facts and know what your talking about! And have a HEART!


- Anonymous
Posted 01/22/08 07:05 PM
 

its true that no body really cares bout this guy dying… but its the fact that he died so young is the shoker!! i doubt this is suicide!!!


- lindsay
Posted 01/22/08 06:39 PM
 

whats the big deal he was a actor big deal-hes dead why the shock-another overdose-he was plain and honey i aint losing sleep


- jack
Posted 01/22/08 05:16 PM
 

I have to agree with the above statement. Carlos really!! Have you no shame, sounding off when you have none of the facts. I realize you are a reporter however you are also human. Can the facts play out before we judge. And by the way who are we or you to judge anything.


- susan
Posted 01/22/08 04:17 PM
 

It is a true shame that a reporter from your show can comment with remarks like “it all makes sense now why he was acting the way he was…” Who the hell is anyone to speculate like that when the body is just being brought out of the god damn apartment building. Has the media lost all respect for people when their bodies are still warm??? He isn’t dead an hour and Carlos Diaz seems to know the autopsy results before the medical examiner. Carlos you really must love to hear yourself talk and spew non-sense all over people without any knowledge as to what the cause is. Carlos, it’s apparent that you should be the chief medical examiner for the state of New York or you are a complete idiot. A change of career should be in your future…..


- Theresa
Posted 01/22/08 03:58 PM
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