Years after Heath Ledger’s unexpected death, Michelle Williams has provided an emotional peek into her life, love, and how actor Jeremy Strong became a source of strength for her and her daughter Matilda. In a candid interview with Variety, published on May 10, 2022, the four-time Academy Award nominee recounts the significant influence Strong had on their lives following Ledger’s sad death at the age of 28 in January 2008.
Who is Matilda Ledger?
Matilda Ledger is the daughter of Australian actor Heath Ledger and Michelle Williams, although she grew up on a farm away from the spotlight.
Heath’s only kid, 17, has been seldom seen in recent years, as her mother, Dawson’s Creek star Michelle, 42, wanted to ‘keep things genuine’ for her daughter as she grew up.The student was recently sighted in New York, and Matilda bears a strong likeness to her late father, who died tragically in 2008.
What is her connection with Heath’s family?
Following Heath’s death, his family made care to remain in touch with his sole daughter, as well as his ex-girlfriend and child’s mother, Michelle.
In 2018, Heath’s mother, Sally, informed Us Weekly. ‘We are going to see Matilda in New York next week. So we’ll stay there for a few days to observe how she’s grown. We are in continuous communication with Michelle and Matilda and visit them frequently.
Heath’s sister Kate also spoke on her relationship with Matilda, saying, “I love telling [Matilda] stories about her daddy and how he grew up.” I believe she must have a strong feeling of her origins in order to better understand herself.
