@sarahjones5886: Julia Stiles Reflects on Dancing with the Stars Tribute to Late Costar Heath Ledger Actress Julia Stiles opened up about the emotional responsibility of honoring her late 10 Things I Hate About You costar, Heath Ledger, during Dedication Night on Dancing with the Stars. Stiles and her professional partner, Ezra Sosa, performed a contemporary routine to Frankie Valli's "Can’t Take My Eyes Off You"—a direct homage to Ledger's iconic scene in the 1999 romantic comedy. Ledger passed away in 2008 at age 28. Speaking after the October 20 broadcast, the 45-year-old actress emphasized that she and Sosa wanted to handle the performance delicately, aiming for a tribute that felt authentic, sincere, and respectful to Ledger's memory. The performance incorporated subtle details, including a blue dress reminiscent of Stiles' wardrobe in the film and a transition from a somber acoustic opening into a big brass arrangement to reflect Ledger's vibrant energy. The emotional moment culminated in a surprise reunion on the ballroom floor with former castmates Gabrielle Union, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Andrew Keegan, Susan May Pratt, and Larisa Oleynik. What did you think of Julia Stiles’ tribute to Heath Ledger? #Julia #HeathLedger #Dance #DWTS #DancingWithTheStars

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Wednesday 21 October 2026 17:26:00 GMT