Heath Andrew Rufus Gregory Fitzpatrick Peter Bob Ledger III son of Kim and Sally Ledger was born April 4, 1979 in Perth, Western Australia. Heath Ledger has three sisters Catia, Olivia and Ashley. Heath began his career juggling hockey and acting until his hockey coach gave him an ultimatum. Making the decision without hesitation, Heath moved to Sydney where he landed the role of Connor in the short lived Television Show Roar.

Heath attended an all boys private school Guilford Grammar school where he began showing promise in drama, winning numerous awards. Once he was forced to make a decision (hockey or Acting) he hasn't stopped. He does state that he misses hockey, but acting is his passion. In his short career he has had roles in such TV shows as Ship to Shore, Bush Patrol, Corrigan, Home And Away, Sweat, and Roar. He also has such film credits as Paws, Blackrock, Two Hands, Ten Things I hate about you, and Through the trees. Many of TV roles were achieved prior to immigrating to the United States to further his career. In addition to these, he has been in a number of theater productions.

Heath now lives in California where his handsome good looks and his Australian accent are giving him the reputation of a hunk which fans melt for. His resonant voice and dark good looks are proving irresistible to American fans. Especially the teen age group. Websites began springing up everywhere, ensuring that he would get his chance in the States. It was only a matter of time until he got this break. The break came in 1999, with the release of 10 Things I Hate About You. The comedy, an update of William Shakespeare's Taming of the Shrew, was the sleeper hit of the spring.

If the fans have anything to say about it, it won't be long before heartthrob Heath Ledger lights up the marquees across the country. This 6 foot 2 inches, blonde, brown eyed, Australian accented actor is sure to make his mark in the U.S.A. as he has in his Australian homeland