Heath Ledger
Heath Ledger was rising star in Hollywood. After years of playing co-starring roles in romantic comedies, he began landing starring roles in more dramatic pictures that grabbed Hollywood’s attention. His portrayal of the Joker in the film “The Dark Knight” was a legendary performance that one the young actor an Oscar for his performance.
Unfortunately, Ledger would not live to accept the award himself. Hours after this photo was taken on the set of “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus”, Ledger was foud dead in his hotel room. He accidentally overdosed on prescription pain medication.