Heath Ledger passed away this week, and in all the years we've been doing this show, we've never had cause to mention him. So, stop digging through the dirt, weasels. A talented, decent guy is gone and our thoughts go out to those who knew him.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker urges people to stop searching for scandals and respects the memory of the deceased as a good man.
- In plain terms
- Stop digging for dirt on a talented and decent guy who is gone.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect the deceased by avoiding negative speculation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When should we stop digging?
- How do we honor legacy?
Another view
It does not address why the dirt might have been dug.
More from Heath Ledger
I had such great hope for him. He was just taking off and to lose his life at such a young age is a tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his f…
Permalink to quote #40 What a terrible tragedy. My heart goes out to Heath's family.
Permalink to quote #42 He was a very, very gifted young man. Incredibly talented.
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