Kimmekap
07-01-2008, 06:26 PM
http://perezhilton.com/2008-07-01-in-memoriam-8
On Tuesday, Heath Ledger's hometown of Perth, Australia, named a theater in his honor for his commitment to acting.
According to reports, an $87 million, 575-seat facility was named the Heath Ledger Theater and serves as a fitting tribute because Ledger was always supportive of other young actors.
Kim Ledger, the late actor's father, called the tribute a pleasant surprise.
"He was such a giver to the arts right across the board. I really feel that there's not a lot of things he'd put his name to, but he'd put his name to that," said the elder Ledger, who attended Tuesday's ceremony.
Ledger's portrayal of the Joker in the soon-to-be released film the Dark Knight is already generating Oscar buzz.
His family is rumored to be attending the NYC premiere later this month.
On Tuesday, Heath Ledger's hometown of Perth, Australia, named a theater in his honor for his commitment to acting.
According to reports, an $87 million, 575-seat facility was named the Heath Ledger Theater and serves as a fitting tribute because Ledger was always supportive of other young actors.
Kim Ledger, the late actor's father, called the tribute a pleasant surprise.
"He was such a giver to the arts right across the board. I really feel that there's not a lot of things he'd put his name to, but he'd put his name to that," said the elder Ledger, who attended Tuesday's ceremony.
Ledger's portrayal of the Joker in the soon-to-be released film the Dark Knight is already generating Oscar buzz.
His family is rumored to be attending the NYC premiere later this month.