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Read More ]"/> British actor Jude Law is to judge Heath Ledger’s namesake scholarship competition, according to reports.

The late Batman star died of a drugs overdose in January 2008, before completing his final movie The Imaginarium Of Doctor Parnassus. Following his death, Law took over his role, along with Hollywood actors Johnny Depp and Colin Farrell.

Talking about judging the competition, Law, 36, said: “I am delighted and honoured to do what I can to keep Heath’s legacy alive.

“He was a brilliant actor and a wonderful man and it is only fitting that this scholarship has been developed in his name.”

The Australians in Film Heath Ledger Scholarship provides aspiring Aussie actors with the chance to further their acting careers in the US.

Oliver Ackland won the $10,000 scholarship prize last year.

The recipients for this year’s scholarship will be revealed in February 2010.

source: Splash News

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