Heath Ledger's family responds to autopsy

You know what else will stay with you forever? Herpes.

To those who knew him personally, Heath was a consummate artist whose passions also included photography, music, chess and directing, and doing meth. and blow and heroin. and prescription drugs. And shots of tequila and Jake Gyllenhall.

is accidentally killing yourself still considered suicide? just curious.

I dont think I ever saw one of his movies.

Rest In Peace, Heath Ledger. You were amazing, and no one can ever replace you. The world was lucky to have you, but Heaven is the lucky one now. God Bless you, your family and friends. We love you, and We will always love you.

He was a good actor.
It was a tragedy.
Remember him fondly.

Now let's move on....

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Lightweight.

Reportedly, he has been invited to online talk show this weekend on a big site called (MillMatch.com) or something else. Some of his fans have gotten together there with waiting for him. Who knows his screen name on that site?

Seems nice a nice normal family - what a shame.
Why couldnt it have been one of the Spears kids?

That is a well-written statement from the family. Now please let this man rest in peace and go back to haunting the living.

Right. Like we're supposed to believe Heath Ledger wasn't abusing drugs. It wasn't Heath's fault, no. How could it be his fault? He was just obeying doctors orders (to mix fistfuls of downers).

Way to go, family.

#8 I do, his screen name is "imdeadsostopbuggingme"

#2, lmao

Come on Fish......give us something we can be really mean spirited about.....bring on the Brit!

"even at low doses" LMAO

#8. Heath's s-name at MillMatch.com is 'ButtFishermansWarf'.

Wrong again, Frist.

by predeceased, do they mean died before?

That was a really well written press release. That picture of Michelle and Heath makes me so sad. Poor Michelle and their daughter.

Fuck, try to push the accidental death a little harder. He accidentally didn't have the common sense of a rock and took too much medication. He was a moron that should win a Darwin award this year.

It is complete denial and terribly irresponsible for his family to call Oxycontin "doctor-prescribed." Oxy is a street drug unless you are suffering from terminal cancer or crippling pain

#20,
Tell that to Rush Blimbaugh.

How do you know he didn't have cancer? Look at his thinning hair!!!

#22- or AIDS?

I read the headline wrong... I though it said "Heath Ledger's family responds to autoSPY" and I'm thinking, who the fuck is watching his car, and why the fuck would the family care? I swear, these fucking junkies never cease to amaze me.

Ted from LA, YOU TAKE THAT BACK! Rash Limpugg had a problem... the 17 doctors that gave him prescriptions obviously agreed. Are you gonna argue with 17 doctors???

I can only hope he was really just f'd up and trying to sleep. I don't want to believe he intentionally started taking all those downers for weeks in advance, just to have his cleaning lady and some "massage therapist" find his naked ass at home the day after returning from filming will Terry Gilliam...Seems a little far-fetched for a suicide.

Finally, a word out there to everyone with a drug problem. ACUTE TOXICITY. Look it up. Toxicity is the ability of a chemical or physical agent to induce detrimental temporary or permanent tissue change or to detrimentally interfere with normal biochemical processing. Don't do too much shit at the same time, even if "at the same time" was 3, 6, 12, or 24 hours ago. Know your drugs before you do them.

#20? The previous Ledger post said 'Oxycodone', not 'Oxycontin'.

Oxycodone is the generic version of Percocet.

I feel really bad for his family, I really do, truely.

But WTF man, he was really fucking stupid for abusing those drugs. And the doctors should also be held accountable for prescribing all that shit. He was not SICK he didn't need all those drugs. Maybe some helped him but that many drugs is rediculously harmful. The pharmacy who filled them should have also had record of what other drugs he had been prescribed so they'd be able to see interactions.

I feel really bad for his family, I really do, truely.

But WTF man, he was really fucking stupid for abusing those drugs. And the doctors should also be held accountable for prescribing all that shit. He was not SICK he didn't need all those drugs. Maybe some helped him but that many drugs is rediculously harmful. The pharmacy who filled them should have also had record of what other drugs he had been prescribed so they'd be able to see interactions.

I guess in this family, the baby stays up and the dad gets put down. For good.

Oxy and hydro both make your dick hard. I bet there was a hole the size of Jake's mouth on that mattress.

Well I certainly hope Daddy enjoyed getting high on all his pills. Hope it was worth it, Dad. Asshole.

Oxycodone, hydrocodone, diazepam, temazepam, alprazolam and doxylamine. You know who mixes all these drugs at once? Drug addicts! This is the kind of shit junkies go to ERs and pretend to be in deathly pain to get their hands on. I'm pretty sure the 'doctor' who 'prescribed' this stuff for Heath goes by the name of 'Feelgood'.

so what did we learn? just because pills are prescribed doesn't mean you can stuff your face with them like skittles. looks like the pill buffet was too much for the junkie. and he was a junkie and junkie's typically die, go to jail or get their shit together.....so there is no shock here at his passing. the shock comes from the fact that people thinking he's an amazing actor. i bet the same would be sad for pauly shore if he killed over from an overdose tomorrow.

@8 the man is dead, dead you hear me!!

@19 no he beat Darwin, we know of at least one legit daughter. Heath 1, Darwin 0

The fact that there is no malpractice lawsuit leads me to believe that his "accidental death" due to "a prescribed combinations of legal drugs, in prescribed amounts" has all the validity of a Lee getting shot with a real bullet from a fake gun.

I like how his parents address their love for their extended family, include their granddaughter, [and the world!] and leave the mother of the daughter in parenthesis. Classy!

Im no Doctor, but I did stay at a LaQuinta last night and I can tell you right now that all the drugs found in his system were absolutely a sign that he used them in excess. No doctor prescribes diazepam, alprazolam, temazapam and doxylamine all at once, and on top of two different types of opiates like oxycodone and hydrocodone It certainly was used in excess and if a single doctor gave it to him (which I strongly dounbt) he deserves to have his license pulled.

But again, to say this wasnt excessive use? Give me a fucking break. Of course it was. Heath was an ADDICT!! Why dont famalies get that denying that only hurts the addict. Thats why he is dead because his family didnt want to own up to the fact that thier son was an addict. Sad waste of life.

Attn dumbasses:

First, oxycodone, oxycontin, percodan, percocet are all the same drug in different formats. Period.

hydrocodone is very similar to oxycodone, just a bit weaker opiate, thats all.

And Heath didnt die from toxicity from these drugs, or poisoning or organ failure. He died from CNS depression. He took so many cns depressants at once that his brain stopped sending signals to his diaghram muscle (the one that makes you breath in air) which resulted in hypoxia followed quickly by cardiac arrest and death. Period.

Watching ER or House or Intervention, or having an aunt who is a pill popper, doesnt make you a fucking expert. Im the expert, ok. Lets keep that clear.

#36, Close, but not quite. Oxycontin doesn't have the same "buffer" that Perc does, so it's MUCH more addictive.

Of course, once you're hooked on any one of these, any one of them will keep you from freaking out. Percs will work fine if you're on an Oxy jag.

Which, btw, pretty much proves that Heath was completely addicted to this stuff.

I'm guessing that he was using a few different doctors to write him scripts, probably without even asking him any questions (not that THAT ever happens, particularly in NYC or Hollywood, where "movie stars" are f'ing worshipped).

Was he stupid? Of course. Did he kid himself into thinking that they were safe because they were "prescription?" Stupid people often do.

Oh, one other thing that people using opiates do: not shit. He must have been constipated like nobody's business. One of the reasons he couldn't sleep - aside from being strung out on dope...

#36, Close. Oxycontin doesn't have the same "buffer" as the other perc's do, so it's a lot more addictive. I don't know why they ever prescribe that shit outside of a hospital, because virtually NOBODY can self-use it without getting completely hooked.

And once you're hooked, any of these opiates will keep you going. Oxycodone will "fix" an oxycontin jag, and vice-versa. Like our expert says, the active ingredients are basically the same.

The fact that Ledger had all of these indicates that he was probably using several doctors. If there is one MD aligned with all of those different meds, the Ledger's just one the lottery - that dr. is screwed for malpractice.

No, instead I'm sure that Ledger was getting drugs from different sources, who didn't even bother to ask him any questions. Not that THAT ever happens in NYC or Hollywood, particularly with a "star."

Ledger was an addict. Probably thought that doing it via prescription made it safe. Fortunately he was hanging out with Rhodes Scholars, like the Olsen twins, who set him straight.

One thing I can tell you he wasn't doing: shitting. If you're popping that many opiates, you're packed like gunpowder in a cannon - which is about the only thing that will get you unplugged.

Opiates are nasty shit. Pardon the pun...

Sissy,

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i feel so badly for all of his family, and hope they can guard Mathilda from the remnants of all the nasty rumors that will always surround heath's death. none of us, no one but heath and God, will ever know what really happened that afternoon.

movin' on...

Shit with that many drugs in your system Heidi Montag's video might actually look good.

But alas, we will never know....

every picture of Michelle and Heath she is staring at him with adoring worship. Things must have been pretty bad for her to feel she needed to get herself and her child away from his toxic habits.

That was a really beautiful statement issued by Heath's family. It's clear to see the apple didn't fall far from the tree. RIP Heath.

>>"It's clear to see the apple didn't fall far from the tree."

You mean his whole family are drug addicts?

talentless actor...good ridance.

so, princess (#45), by your logic, all who are talentless should be done away with? nice. how about assholes like you who can't spell?

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#34 ,the darwin award #19 was talking about refers to an award for offing yourself in a ridiculously stupid way and thus removing yourself from the gene pool, alongst the lines of, a kid that is stupid enough to stuff marbles up his airway and suffocate , doesn't get to breed more potentially dumb kids that might do the same, since this junky already has one kid I guess it raises the question does he still qualify, oh well I guess he can still get an honourable mention.(see darwinawards.com for more examples) I agree with the realists, people lets cut the crap , dude got high and "od"ed. this is what druggies do, and by the way, pushing a stroller around brooklyn a couple of times doesn't automatically qualify you for father of the year, maybe he would have done better to check his ass in to rehab

>>"#34 ,the darwin award #19 was talking about refers to an award for offing yourself in a ridiculously stupid way and thus removing yourself from the gene pool<<

Yes, and what #34 is saying is Heath Ledger beat Darwin because he already reproduced, and thus his genes live on ...

RIP Heath - He is our town's top export. You made us West Aussies proud. We have talent

Excuse me #38, the same "buffer"? Oxycontin is Oxycodone in its pure form with a wax covering on the outside of the pill causing it to be released in a controlled way and comes in 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 60mg and 80mg, and formally a 120mg, whihc they discontinued. Percodan and Percocet and Oxycodone/APAP are simply Oxycodone mixed with either APAP ie. tylenol or Aspirin and come in 5mg, 7.5 and 10mg strengths. If you scrape the wax coating or chew an Oxycontin, you get the drug released all at once. If you pop 10 percocets or percodans at once, you get all of the drug at once. My point is, there is no appreciable difference in these drugs other than the delivery method and once taken, they metabolize in the body the same exact way.

Anyone using any opiate for any prolonged amount of time will become physically dependant and experience discontinuation symptoms in the form of withdrawls. But no, not everyone who uses these drugs becomes "hooked" in the addicted sense. That is totally false. Studies show that actually a small percentage of patients actaully become addicted and require treatment. You are correct that withdrawl symptoms can be stopped and you can "keep going" to use your words, because as I explained above, it is the EXACT SAME DRUG in every way, one is just mixed with tylenol or aspirin and the other is in pure form.

Regarding constipation, a patient can manage this with proper fluid intake and a high fiber diet or fiber supplement. Also, a stool softener can be used if needed. Alcohol use can greatly exacerbate these problems.

You sound as though you have been down the addiction road with these yourself. I myself have not, though I do work in a clinical setting with these patients on a daily basis.

I strongle urge anyone not truly needing strong pain relief not to play around with these drugs. They can be deadly if abused, as we have seen over and over.

Cheers.

I think its in our nature to try to find the humour in any situation, perhaps its part of human survival 101, or something... and to find the humor in even awful situations is not necessarily bad if it helps you deal with it, etc.....but it should never be mean spirited, specially when on a public site where people who may be truely affected by what has happened can read it.

I guess public events will catch the eye of comedians and wanna-be comedians who will build their material around something tragic, just so show how shocking and care-free they are...and yes, sometimes it is truely funny - but even professional comedians, yes, even the ones who can tell the filthiest aristrocrat jokes, usually give people some grieving time before trying out the jokes....who was it that told the 911 joke at some awards thing or something.. and then said "oh...too soon?".

Slagging the living is one thing, slagging the dead is another.

I mean, its now been a while since steve irwin died, pick on him instead :P

Well, in regards to heath ledger, it said he had low amounts of the drugs he used, and it was simply the combination that did it - he had no illegal drugs in his system. Perhaps he knew what he was doing or perhaps he should of known....we don't know the situation.... Perhaps he should have been warned by the doctor. Perhaps it was the same doctor who prescribed all the medications and he trusted the doctor - maybe not.

He also was very sick, according to reports - ill as well as insominia, perhaps he was not able to even think clearly or think it through. The fact it, these things happen, accidents happen, and I think it is cruel to joke around publicly about his death without giving people time to grieve - those that knew him.

I get so sick of hearing people say that oxycontin is soooooo much more addictive and calling it hillbilly heroin and stuff like that. It is no dang different than a regular old percocet just time released is all. My mom takes them like she is supposed to and she aint addicted!!! If you dont take too much or crush them up they are safe. Just like if you dont take a whole bottle of percocets at once they is safe.

People like #38 talk out they ass and dont know sh*t !!

whoever writes this page- i can not stand you. you present yourself to be a miserable, negative extreeeeemly judgmental and ungrateful loser. i understand you get off on the misfortune of others, but when someone dies, it's called honor and respect. dont throw in a joke when you're reporting a tragic young death. you can't even bite your tounge, or let go of your monsterous, unpleaseant and over-confident ego for even a moment. i bet you live in LA and run around chasing the same celebrities you trash on these boards. i personally know these reportings of yours are just that, trash- but unfortunately the 12 year olds reading might not be able to see that just yet. you are a disgrace, a joke, really. nice cause you fight for, real nice, genuine. ha

sick bastards. leave it alone, i do not believe that death, no matter how it has come about should be mocked, have some respect you sickos.

I realize a lot of you are making your snarky, insensitive little remarks just to seem SHOCKING and EDGY, and CLEVER, & to get attention. But that attention goes away in a matter of minutes, & people forget who the hell you even are.
But, prove to people that you have some class, and can show respect when called for, & that sticks with people for a long, long time.

RIP Heath. And I hope those close to him are comforted by the love & support of each other, as well as Heath's countless number of fans.

#56

Could have said it better myself. Having class never fades!

RIP Heath.

I meant "Couldn't" have said it better myself.

To #19 and all of the other IDIOTS, GET A LIFE !!! You just want your ten seconds of fame. You can only wish your life was half as amazing as his. He was a great actor and a gorgeous man. I, and millions of others loved him and his movies. So, to his family, I hope you find peace in this time of grieving. Ignore the stupid comments made and remember THAT STUPID PEOPLE have the right to speak also. No one can take away from how great he was and what all he accomplished. God be with you Heath Ledger !!!

I am glad after reading all the blogs that all of you are so perfect. He was obviously at a bad time in his life. He resorted to a variety of pills to help fight the pain and depression. I agree that his death was a result of all the anit-anixety medications and not the perco-whatever. I hope all of you so compassionate people never have to turn to drink or drug and when you ask where can I find some sympathy? I will say it is in the funkin wagnell in between shit and syphlils Find it yourself

I am glad after reading all the blogs that all of you are so perfect. He was obviously at a bad time in his life. He resorted to a variety of pills to help fight the pain and depression. I agree that his death was a result of all the anit-anixety medications and not the perco-whatever. I hope all of you so compassionate people never have to turn to drink or drug and when you ask where can I find some sympathy? I will say it is in the funkin wagnell in between shit and syphlils Find it yourself

I am glad after reading all the blogs that all of you are so perfect. He was obviously at a bad time in his life. He resorted to a variety of pills to help fight the pain and depression. I agree that his death was a result of all the anit-anixety medications and not the perco-whatever. I hope all of you so compassionate people never have to turn to drink or drug and when you ask where can I find some sympathy? I will say it is in the funkin wagnell in between shit and syphlils Find it yourself

I really hope none of you reach a stage in your lives where you need to get help with a sleep disorder or anxiety or depression. This poor man was open about his lack of ability to sleep and was obviously suffering, maybe to the point where he just wanted to sleep and took what he could to make him,that doesn't make him a junkie and it certainly doesn't mean he deserved to die. I believe that what happened to heath was an accident, maybe an accident waiting to happen but an accident none the less. His family deserve to be left to grieve for thier son. I wonder if it was a member of any of your families would you be on message boards spouting hate and smearing thier name? I doubt it. Let this man rest in peace and leave his parents and family to thier memories of thier son that they raised and has now gone before them,because i can assure you all thats EVERY parents worse nightmare. And his father and mother have the right to remember their son with all the fondness and happiness that he brought them.

number 63, exactly!! people can be so insensitive -.-

i will always remember him from 10 Things I Hate About You, he was young and hot with a cute Australian accent and talent that would take him far :)