Heath Ledger, an Australian-American actor, was born in Perth, Western Australia in 1979.
Although his life was cut short, his achievements as an actor, even during this little era, will be remembered for a long time by moviegoers. Heath, who made his television debut in the series 'Roar,' went on to establish his acting abilities in films such as 'The Brothers Grimm' and 'Brokeback Mountain.' His portrayal of the Joker in maverick filmmaker Christopher Nolan's blockbuster 'The Dark Knight' established him as a global household celebrity. Heath Ledger was born on April 4, 1979, in Perth, Australia, to Kim and Sally Ledger. While his mother was a French teacher, his father sought a career as a racing car driver.
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