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Naomi Watts pays touching tribute to late ex-boyfriend Heath Ledger on 10th anniversary of his tragic death

ACTRESS Naomi Watts has paid tribute to late Brokeback Mountain star Heath Ledger on the tenth anniversary of his death.

In a heartfelt Instagram post the 49-year-old said she would "never forget his gentle spirit" as she remembered her former flame.

Actress Naomi Watts paid tribute to her late ex-boyfriend Heath Ledger on the tenth anniversary of his death
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Actress Naomi Watts paid tribute to her late ex-boyfriend Heath Ledger on the tenth anniversary of his deathCredit: Getty - Contributor

Heath died on 22 January 2008 from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs aged 28.

Sharing a black and white snap of the Hollywood A-lister, Naomi penned: "Thinking about this beautiful soul today.

"10 years ago he left this world.

"He was a true original. Heart always on his sleeve, with the most powerful charisma, strength, humor and talent. I will never forget his gentle spirit."

Heath and Naomi during an anti-Iraq war rally on March 20, 2003 in Melbourne, Australia
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Heath and Naomi during an anti-Iraq war rally on March 20, 2003 in Melbourne, AustraliaCredit: Getty Images - Getty
Naomi called Heath 'a beautiful soul'
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Naomi called Heath 'a beautiful soul' and said she would 'never forget his gentle spirit'Credit: Getty - Contributor
The pair dated for almost two years having met on the set of Australian film Ned Kelly in 2002
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The pair dated for almost two years having met on the set of Australian film Ned Kelly in 2002Credit: Getty - Contributor

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Naomi met the Oscar winning actor on the set of Aussie film Ned Kelly in 2002 and they dated soon after.

The pair called quits on the relationship in 2004 but continued to stay close friends up until his death four years later.

After dating Naomi, Heath began a romance with his Brokeback Mountain co-star Michelle Williams.

The 49-year-old also called the Oscar winning actor 'a true original'
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The 49-year-old also called the Oscar winning actor 'a true original'Credit: Getty Images - Getty
Heath died on 22 January 2008 from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs aged 28
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Heath died on 22 January 2008 from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs aged 28Credit: Getty - Contributor

The couple went on to have daughter Matilda, now aged 11, who was left the entirety of Heath's £13million fortune.

Last week it was reported Michelle became engaged to "low-key" boyfriend Andrew Youmans.

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