The performer died of colorectal cancer on Oct. 29, according to a statement from the band Ingrid Vasquez is a Digital News Writer at PEOPLE ... by his stage name Heath, died on Oct. 29.

Heath Ledger was an Australian actor. He rose to fame with his breakout role in 1999's 10 Things I Hate About You. His most notable films include A Knight's Tale (2001), Monster's Ball (2001 ...