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Nov 13, 2009 · On January 22, 2008, the actor was found dead in his New York apartment. He had been using painkillers, anti-anxiety drugs and sleeping pills to cope with stress and insomnia, especially for his role as the Joker in The Dark Knight.
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Apr 29, 2023 · Heath Ledger died of an accidental drug overdose in 2008 at age 28. His death was the result of a complex and dark downward spiral that involved insomnia, depression, and his role as the Joker.
Feb 6, 2008 · The actor Heath Ledger died from an accidental overdose of six different drugs — painkillers and sedatives — the medical examiner said Wednesday, leading doctors to warn of the dangers of...
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Feb 7, 2008 · NEW YORK — Actor Heath Ledger died from an accidental overdose of six drugs — painkillers and sedatives — the New York City Medical Examiner’s Office said Wednesday, leading doctors to warn...
The report concluded that Ledger died "as the result of acute intoxication by the combined effects of oxycodone, hydrocodone, diazepam, temazepam, alprazolam and doxylamine". It added: "We have concluded that the manner of death is accident[al], resulting from the abuse of prescribed medications."
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Feb 6, 2008 · The medical examiner's office ruled that the actor ingested a mix of prescription drugs, including painkillers, sleeping pills and anti-anxiety medication. His family and former fiancée mourned his death and warned of the hidden dangers of combining medication.
Jan 22, 2008 · Updated, 10:17 p.m. | The actor Heath Ledger was found dead Tuesday afternoon in an apartment in Manhattan, according to the New York City police. Some signs pointed to an accidental overdose...
