At just 28, the talented Heath Ledger had already made an immense impact on fans all around the world, who were saddened and heartbroken to hear of his Jan. 22 passing. Here are the most moving tributes to Ledger from AOL's message boards and comments areas.

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"Likable in '10 Things I Hate About You,' charming in 'A Knight's Tale,' outshone Gibson in 'The Patriot,' a revelation in 'Candy' and simply outstanding in 'Brokeback Mountain.' Rest in Peace, Heath" -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">Marty J</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"I cannot explain how I can feel so bad about this. I never met him, and because he has flown pretty well under the media's radar, he was not nagging on my mind like a "Britney Spears." That is what gets me... he lived in Manhattan and went about his life normally, and didn't make an ass of himself like other stars tend to do. He seemed like a friend even though we never talked, he seemed like a brother even though we never shared a juice box. I felt like I would cry when I heard the news...Heath Ledger was many things: A father, friend, son, brother, actor, man.... And in this way, he touched so many people's hearts. God Bless You Heath and may you be resting in peace." -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">Chris</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"Heath Ledger was a beautifully talented actor with such a wide range of variety in the roles he played. From rebel teens, to knights, to cowboys, to addicts, to villains ... I was really somewhat heartbroken to hear that he had passed away. It's terribly unfortunate and my thoughts are with his family, his friends, and his fans. Much Love." -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">Bret B</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"I am still in complete shock over the news. We all are. My thoughts go out to Michelle, Matilda, his parents and everybody who knew him, directly or indirectly. An untimely death that nobody expected. You and your family are in my prayers. You will be deeply missed and never forgotten. Rest in peace, dear Heath." -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">Irene</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"We will miss his fine acting and pleasant soul. I didn't realize how many of his movies I saw and enjoyed because he became the role and did not push out his name as the actor. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and fellow actors...RIP young man." -- <a href="http://news.aol.com/entertainment/movies/movie-news-story/ar/_a/heath-ledger-found-dead-at-home/20080122165209990002#cmntbgn"target="_blank">Kevinbgood621</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"Heath, Australia is so proud of you & your achievements. Your natural acting ability & strength on screen kept audiences capivated in the characters you portrayed. The world will miss you mate & we have lost one of our sons, a star that will now smile upon us from heaven." -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">Cyan</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"This is truly sad....he was a really good actor blossoming into a really great actor, and for his life to end so unexpectedly is so very sad and we will miss him...the world has lost an unbelievable talent, however his daughter has lost her father, the biggest loss of all." -- <a href="http://movies.aol.com/news/story/_a/hearts-broken-ledger-family-remembers/n20080125110609990011?cid=445"target="_blank">jamaicapaula1d</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"As a film scholar and screenwriter I think I can say that Heath Ledger was an actor with so much promise, shown already in 'Brokeback Mountain,' and many other films. He even raised the thin story of 'The Order' to a higher level, showing the promise of much more to come. Rest now in peace, you shall not be forgotten." -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">G.P. Stojcevic</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"All i can say is that i was blown away when i first heard about what happened. i loved every single movie that heath did. he was an amazing actor. His smile could light up any screen. I believe i speak for almost everyone when i say he will be deeply missed!" -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">Lindsay</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"I did not know him, I never met him, but his death has affected me more than the death of any previous celebrity. You never forget your first crush, whether it be on a friend, a teacher, or a film or TV star. Heath Ledger was an enormous talent who was only just reaching the peak of his skills, and I know will be sorely missed by all who really knew him, and those of us who will always remember watching '10 Things I Hate About You' at the cinema, and then buying every tween/teen magazine with even a hint of a picture of him in it." -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">Nina</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"Such a tragedy, Heath Ledger was such a awesome actor. He was great in 'Brokeback Mountain.' I have seen all of his movies. I was at work when the news came over the radio, I was floored. He was too young. 'Brokeback Mountain' left me very sad at the end and now this....way too much. Goodbye Heath, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family." -- <a href="http://news.aol.com/entertainment/story/_a/funeral-arrangements-for-ledger-complete/n20080124160009990076#cmntbgn"target="_blank">NorthHillsGuy065</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"So young....and so talented. I've got to watch his previous movies properly now....and I'm definitely going to see 'The Dark Knight'....which is likely to be his finest achievement....it's bad that he won't be able to see it completed :( He is forever young now.....Rest In Peace, Heath." -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">The Hero With No Fear - Mohammed</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"I was so shocked to hear about Heath Ledger's death. I only found out this morning, whilst browsing the internet. When I saw the headline I thought I had misread it. Having seen most of his films, I believed him to be a very talented actor, 'Brokeback Mountain' being one of his best. It's so tragic. My thoughts are with his family totally, especially his daughter, he was so young and had so much life left in him. RIP Heath Ledger." -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">ayse</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"Fantastically talented actor and such a loss to the world of film, RIP mate and hopefully your Joker part will be legend." -- <a href="http://www.cinematical.com/2008/01/22/cinematical-remembers-heath-ledger/#comments"target="_blank">bongo123</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"He is definitely with the angels now, he was a great talent and a "real" human being, trying to live in a world full of unreal people. Rest in peace Heath, we wish you were still here to achieve everything you had in you to achieve. You will be missed." -- <a href="http://news.aol.com/entertainment/movies/movie-news-story/_a/australians-mourn-fellow-aussie-ledger/20080123081309990001"target="_blank">johnnyherzo</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"Sunday night me and my friend had watched 'Batman Begins' on FX and I was telling him I can't wait to see the new 'Batman' flick this summer only because i'm excited to see Heath Ledger as the Joker and then 2 days later he passes away. I'm in complete shock over this. My heart goes out to his daughter and his family and friends." -- <a href="http://news.aol.com/entertainment/movies/movie-news-story/_a/australians-mourn-fellow-aussie-ledger/20080123081309990001"target="_blank">virgorey74</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"I am so devestated by Heath Ledger's death. His amazing talent was a breath of fresh air in a room full of dime-a-dozen no-talents. I never would think I'd moved to tears by the passing of an actor, but this one was so unexpected. I pray he is in a peaceful place of rest, where anxiety and insomnia will no longer haunt him. How sad. Beautiful smile, beautiful soul..." -- <a href="http://news.aol.com/entertainment/movies/movie-news-story/ar/_a/questions-hang-over-ledgers-last-films/20080124152309990001#cmntbgn"target="_blank">MKSamples84</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"Heath Ledger was an amazing talent, an honorable and kind man with a heart of gold. He was a pleasure to work with and to know on a personal level. Peace, love and the divine be with Heath and his loved ones during this tragic time. I pray that we might all live to love each other and exist in peace and harmony." -- <a href="http://news.aol.com/entertainment/movies/movie-news-story/_a/australians-mourn-fellow-aussie-ledger/20080123081309990001"target="_blank">cherylshumaninc</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"I actually cried, so terrible. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends through this difficult time. I still can't believe it!" -- <a href="http://news.aol.com/entertainment/movies/movie-news-story/ar/_a/heath-ledger-found-dead-at-home/20080122165209990002#cmntbgn"target="_blank">hscottfree</a>

Heath Ledger Tribute: Fans Remember Him

"What a great loss, so young and had so much to look forward to, great actor, loved him. My prayers go to his family." -- <a href="http://news.aol.com/entertainment/movies/movie-news-story/ar/_a/heath-ledger-found-dead-at-home/20080122165209990002#cmntbgn"target="_blank">mseva65</a>