Heath Ledger was found dead today at his Manhattan appartment. Discovered by the housekeeper and a masseuse who arrived in the afternoon for an appointment. [About.com Sci-Fi/Fantasy Blog] Signs pointed to a suicide or an accidental overdose, police sources said. [NYTimes City Room Blog]

For an even more detailed and in-depth rundown of the events of today’s tragedy, go to the Sydney Morning Herald.

Not to sound cold, but, where does this leave the upcoming batman sequel The Dark Knight? Well, Ledger recently completed work on The Dark Knight. The movie wrapped principal photography in November and is currently in post-production. Meaning we’ll all still get to see his gritty portrayal of the Joker, except now it’ll be just a little more creepy.

Tragic!