I don’t really know what else to title this. It’s not a eulogoy, it’s not a testimonial about what a great actor he was (I mean, don’t get me wrong, I’m sure he was great) but more about my reaction (and that of those around me) upon hearing the news. Bee and I were driving home from a trip to the Museum of Science and Technology with the girls. The weather was bad, the roads slippery and the driving slow. Fortunately for us the girls had fallen asleep mere minutes after our departure from the museum. Now, to you guys it may not seem like a big deal to us it’s THANK GOD WE CAN TURN OFF THE WIGGLES AND LISTEN TO THE RADIO FOR A CHANGE
*ahem*
Sorry about that. But, in all honesty it was one of those times that are so difficult to come by. We had spent the afternoon in a new place with great friends and it was just a good time. Then we got some quiet time to share (albeit in traffic!) and the ability to change the cd, and we ended up actually just hanging out together. It was so nice, and much needed. Of course, while we were moving (way too slowly I might add – cmon people its winter 6 months of the year!) we were just chatting and enjoying each others’ company. Then the announcer came on and says that one of their staff was working on a story from the New York police. I don’t think we knew what to expect but it certainly wasn’t the news that Heath Ledger was found dead in his apartment.
We both looked at each other, startled with questioning looks on our faces… huh? At that point we heard no other news and had no idea as to the cause of death. We discussed his movies, his rise to the top, his upcoming movies and his relationship with Michelle Williams. We wondered if drugs were an issue but neither of us had ever heard rumors. Not that that means, it’s not possible. I did remind Bee that he and his wife just split up and that he has a 2 year old daughter but we still couldn’t figure out how this young, talented actor could die. It is very sad, and I feel for his family and his daughter. But it’s also a reminder that things aren’t always what they seem, in real life and in celebrity’s lives. They are just people , trying to get through the day like most of us. Except they have the disadvantage of having a camera thrust in their face all the time, of constantly being in the public’s eye, under surveillance, their every move tracked and recorded. That must not be easy for anyone, especially when going through a difficult time. I do realize that it comes with the territory so I have mixed emotions.
Unfortunately it’s sad when anyone dies, even famous people.
2 comments:
I thought this was so sad too. Though I obviously don't know him personally, the loss of a life is still a loss. I thought he was a great actor and it is too bad we won't get to see him become all that he could have!
I agree with Melissa. We KNOW who these celebrities are, so I think we are confronted with mixed emotions when we hear of them passing, especially in such tragic circumstances. It's so sad to lose someone you love, and I definitely feel for his family and friends.
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