The Heath Ledger we sadly never got to see

By Garry Maddox
Updated May 18 2017 - 6:08pm, first published 6:04pm
Pic supplied for publicity in 2000.

Mel Gibson and Heath Ledger in The Patriot
Pic supplied for publicity in 2000. Mel Gibson and Heath Ledger in The Patriot

At 23, Heath Ledger was already a Hollywood star when he arrived back in Australia for the release of Ned Kelly in 2003. He had made his name with 10 Things I Hate About You, The Patriot and A Knight's Tale, then emerged as a serious actor in Monster's Ball. But it was refreshing how much he played down his stardom and referred to himself repeatedly during an interview as still being a kid.

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