Developing…Batman – The Dark Knight, featuring Ledger as The Joker, slated for Summer 2008

“[On playing The Joker in The Dark Knight] The Joker, so far, is definitely the most fun I’ve had with any character. He’s just out of control — no empathy, he’s a sociopath, uh, a psychotic, mass-murdering clown. And, uh, I’m just thoroughly, thoroughly enjoying it. It’s just exceeded any expectations I had of what the experience would be like.” – imdb.com

NY TIMES: Signs point to suicide

Ledger’s Friend: “We saw it coming”