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    Actor Heath Ledger was found dead in his New York apartment Jan. 22, 2008. The Australian-born actor was an Oscar nominee for his role in "Brokeback Mountain." He also starred in "The Patriot," "Monster's Ball" and the 2008 Batman film, "The Dark Knight."

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Tragedy has claimed the lives of too many young celebrities. It is particularly sad when those loved by the masses are taken from us before their time.

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