Tag Archives: Michelle Williams

The Newly Coupled and Uncoupled

Nine months after the death of Heath Ledger and several months after rumors of a possible relationship, actress Michelle Williams and director Spike Jonze have gone public with their romance. The two were seen at a screening of Synecdoche (in which Williams stars) in Manhattan on Wednesday night. The two came into the auditorium together and Jonze had his arm around Williams’ waist. Sources say they held hands as they walked through the lobby. After stopping to talk to co-star Catherine Keener, Jonze again put his arm around Williams’ waist. At the after party on the rooftop of the Gramercy … Continue reading →

No Criminal Case in Heath Ledger’s Death

They know he died from an accidental drug overdose, but federal prosecutors wanted to learn how actor Heath Ledger obtained the powerful painkillers that contributed to his death. But, now, it appears that will remain a mystery. Yesterday prosecutors overseeing a Drug Enforcement Administration investigation into whether the painkillers found in Ledger’s system were obtained illegally decided not to pursue criminal charges against the person who supplied the actor with the drugs. Law enforcement officials say they bowed out of the probe “because they don’t believe there’s a viable target.” The announcement comes less than 24 hours after actress Mary-Kate … Continue reading →

Hollywood Beauties Cruise Down the Red Carpet at Cannes

She’s not expecting twins, but when actress Michelle Williams made her debut on the red carpet at Cannes yesterday she drew as much attention as Hollywood’s most famous pregnant mom Angelina Jolie. Williams’ appearance at Cannes marked her first public interview since Heath Ledger’s death more than four months ago. The 27-year-old actress arrived in the south of France Thursday to walk the red carpet for the premiere of her new film “Wendy and Lucy.” She will reportedly remain at the world’s most famous film festival to promote “Synecdoche, New York,” a Charlie Kaufman film, in which she costars alongside … Continue reading →

Merry Matilda… Maybe

Looking at her bright smile you would never know that 2-year-old Matilda Rose Ledger has been handed a fate most of us can only pray never befalls our own children. The sweet-natured toddler is the daughter of actress Michelle Williams and the late Heath Ledger. Matilda’s name was splashed in the headlines a few weeks back when the actor’s will was made public. And just when that mini drama appeared to be fading from the front pages the little girl and her mom once again became fodder for the forums. Lately, Internet forums dedicated to celebrity offspring have been buzzing … Continue reading →

Heath Ledger’s Final Farewell

A sunset plunge, drinks, and live music… they sound like the recipe for a typical beach party, not a post-funeral get together. But, those saying their final farewell to Heath Ledger will tell you the actor wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. While the rest of the world spent the week focusing on the New York City Medical Examiner’s report that revealed the 28-year-old “Brokeback Mountain” star died of an accidental mixture of prescription drugs, Ledger’s family and friends took part in an emotional goodbye to the young father. The farewell consisted of three separate events beginning with a … Continue reading →

Michelle Williams Copes with Loss

Somehow, some way, actress Michelle Williams has avoided the paparazzi since returning to New York following the death of her ex-fiancé Heath Ledger. By all accounts she did not fly to Los Angeles this past weekend for Ledger’s private memorial and word has it she will not be in Perth, Australia for the actor’s burial either. (Then again, how does anyone really know what her plans are?) The one thing that is certain about Williams’ future is that she still has a movie role waiting for her when she is ready to go back to work. According to production staff … Continue reading →

Heath Ledger Movies See Record Sales

Have you watched a Heath Ledger movie since his untimely death was announced Tuesday? If you have you aren’t alone. I’m sure it comes as no surprise to anyone that Ledger’s tragic death has spiked sales and interest in the films that made him a star. According to Amazon.com, three of Ledger’s movies were listed among the 25 best-selling DVDs on the website as of last night. The top seller of the three is Ledger’s 1999 comedy “10 Things I Hate About You” and his 2001 period action flick “A Knight’s Tale.” Others have been purchasing copies of 2005’s “Brokeback … Continue reading →

Heath Ledger’s Death—What’s Real and What’s Rumor

Just as they did when Anna Nicole Smith was found dead, celebrity rumor mills have been working overtime in the days following Heath Ledger’s death. The fact that pills were found near the actor’s body certainly didn’t help to lessen growing speculation. Add to that the bizarre involvement of a masseuse who called Ledger’s alleged lady love former “Full House” actress Mary Kate Olsen before dialing 911 and you got the recipe for a full blown celebrity circus. So what is fact and what is fiction? Let’s break it down: THE FUNERAL According to a New York funeral home director, … Continue reading →

What of Michelle Williams and Ledger’s Other Loves?

Less than 24 hours after Heath Ledger’s former fiancée Michelle Williams and the couple’s 2-year-old daughter Matilda arrived at their Brooklyn home a growing collection of stuffed toys, flowers and candles has sprouted up near the entrance to their brownstone. And in the hour since a New York funeral home director confirmed that memorial arrangements have been finalized for the 28-year-old actor found dead in his New York City apartment Tuesday paparazzi have once again gathered around Williams’ home—-the same one she and Ledger shared until they split last September. Regardless of your indifference for pop culture and entertainment “news” … Continue reading →

Heath Ledger and Mary Kate Olsen More Than “Just Friends”

It’s no surprise that there are more questions than answers in the death of actor Heath Ledger. A housekeeper and a masseuse found the Oscar nominee’s lifeless body Tuesday afternoon in the bedroom of his Manhattan apartment. Since then a preliminary autopsy on Ledger’s body came back inconclusive and toxicology test results won’t be back for another week. Until then the world will go on speculating about what really killed the 28-year-old father. At this point it’s no secret that police found six types of prescription pills issued in Ledger’s name in his apartment following his death. According to police … Continue reading →