Heath Ledger’s Family Attends Dark Knight Premiere
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Heath Ledger’s family and co-stars paid tribute to the late actor at Monday night’s “Dark Knight” premiere in New York City. Kim Ledger - Heath’s father and his wife Ines - Heath’s stepmother flew in from Australia for the event. As he left the screening, Kim gave reporters a thumbs-up. Along with Heath’s older sister Kate, Heath’s mother Sally Bell and her husband also attended.
After watching Dark Knight at the IMAX theater in Lincoln Square, the Ledgers gave FOX News this statement: “‘The Dark Knight’ is everything we hoped it would be and more. Heath loved the experience of creating this character and working on the film. We are so proud of our boy.”
Heath Ledger’s costars, meanwhile, used the occasion to pay tribute to him.
“Working with Heath was fantastic,” said Christian Bale, 34, who reprises his role as the Caped Crusader. “He steals the movie and I’m quite happy to say that. He’s a hell of a talent and created a joker that’s very iconic and one that will become a classic portrayal of the ages.”
Written by NIMONY · Filed Under Celebrities
Tagged: Dark Knight Movie, Heath Ledger, RIP
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