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Eric Roberts Debunks Rumors of Heath Ledger’s ‘Method Acting’ Causing His Death: “He Was So Charming, Likable, So Sweet. All the Stuff I Had Heard About Him Was Not True”
'The Dark Knight' star debunks Heath Ledger's 'method acting' phase after being warned to stay away from him while filming.
Heath Ledger as Joker in The Dark Knight However, rumors have persisted about his intense method acting techniques during filming, with some reports stating he remained in character off-set. Despite rumors of Ledger staying in character off-set and causing distress to cast members, there’s no solid evidence to support these claims. According to MensXP — to prepare for his role as the Joker in The Dark Knight — the Candy actor spent six weeks in seclusion in a hotel room, focusing on the character’s mannerisms and voice.
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