R.I.P.

Corinne Bailey Rae Pays Tribute to Late Husband

admin — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 17:31:00 -0500

Wearing a warm hooded jacket, Corinne Bailey Rae was spotted out for the first time since her husband Jason Rae passed away unexpectedly this past weekend.

As a tribute, the Grammy Award winning singer laid flowers and heather at a 32ft memorial cross on the moors near her home in Otley, West Yorkshire.

Corinne Bailey Rae's Husband Dies of Overdose

admin — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 11:28:00 -0500

British soul star Corinne Bailey Rae's musician husband has been found dead of a suspected drugs overdose, according to press reports. The few details that have been released tell that the body of saxophonist Jason Rae, 31, was discovered in a Leeds, England flat on Saturday (March 22).

Heath Ledger’s Will Revealed

admin — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 19:20:00 -0600

We were all shocked and sorrowed when Heath Ledger was found dead in his New York City apartment earlier this year. And we’ve just learned that prior to his role in Brokeback Mountain, the Aussie actor had drawn up a will.

The three-page document reportedly assigned everything he owned to go to his parents and sister, although it was written before his relationship/engagement to Michelle Williams, and hence before his daughter Matilda Rose was born.

Heidi Montag Mourns Loss of Step Brother

admin — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 18:54:00 -0600

Losing a family member is always painful. And for Heidi Montag, the news of her step brother’s death was agonizing.

The “Hills” actress’ step brother, Eric O’Hara, was working on the roof of the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel in Steamboat Springs, Colorado when a piece of ice broke loose and caused his fall from the building.

Heath Ledger Death Investigation Continues

admin — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 18:29:00 -0600

While he's already been laid to rest during a moving ceremony in his hometown of Perth, the investigation revolving around Heath Ledger's untimely death still marches on.

According to the latest reports, a doctor in California and another in Texas are under investigation by federal drug authorities in the matter of Heath's passing.

Painting of Heath Ledger is Up for Prize

admin — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 12:14:00 -0600

It’s only been a few weeks since the late great Heath Ledger passed away as a result of an accidental overdose of prescription drugs. And already his legacy is inspiring artists to create.

A portrait of the “Brokeback Mountain” actor has been entered into a contest for the Archibald Prize, a highly-regarded honor in Australia.

Michelle Williams Pays Respect to Heath Ledger

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 16:45:00 -0600

After Heath Ledger's funeral ended, the day of remembrance was just getting underway - as mourners including Michelle Williams all "took a plunge into the ocean as the sun began to set." According to People magazine reports, "At least 50 people attending the wake ran onto the beach and many began to take off their clothes. While some women took the plunge in their black dresses, other men and women stripped down to just their underwear and jumped into the ocean."

Heath Ledger’s Remains Cremated

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 14:16:01 -0600

It’s been a terribly sad ordeal since he was discovered lifeless in his apartment, and today, Heath Ledger’s body was cremated in his native land of Perth, Australia. The memorial service was held at Penrhos College, and hundreds of Heath’s family, friends, and fans showed up to pay their final respects.

Heath Ledger's Family Gathers for Funeral

admin — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 20:59:00 -0600

Friends and family have begun to gather outside the sister of Heath Ledger's home in Perth, Australia. Heath's father, Kim Ledger, his new wife, as well as Heath's sister were among those showing up. Ledger's family is planning to hold a wake for the deceased actor at a picturesque Australian beach that was one of his favorite surf spots.

Heath Ledger's Death: Accidental Overdose

admin — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 15:34:00 -0600

Just made public, the results of Heath Ledger's autopsy tell that the actor's death on January 22nd was due to an accidental overdose of prescription drugs. "Mr. Heath Ledger died as the result of acute intoxication by the combined effects of oxycodone, hydrocodone, diazepam, temazepam, alprazolam, and doxylamine," spokesperson Ellen Borakove released in a statement on Wednesday morning .