Michael Caine Reflects on Heath Ledger's Death in New Memoir

In his latest memoir, "Don't Look Back, You'll Trip Over: My Guide to Life," Michael Caine reflects on his experiences with the late Heath Ledger, whom he describes as a 'lovely guy, very gentle and unassuming.' Caine, who starred alongside Ledger in 2008's "The Dark Knight," recalls being 'floored' by Ledger's chilling performance as The Joker, noting that it was so intense it made him forget his lines during their first scene together. The actor expressed sorrow over Ledger's untimely death at age 28, stating it was heartbreaking to consider what the actor might have achieved. Caine mentioned the intense media focus on Ledger's death while promoting the film and expressed relief that Ledger received a posthumous Oscar, which he hoped brought some comfort to Ledger's family. Overall, Caine emphasizes Ledger's talent and the profound impact of his loss on those who knew him.