Michelle Williams Talks Life & Parenting Without Heath Ledger

Access Hollywood - September 15, 2009 6:11 PM PDT
Story photo: Michelle Williams Talks Life & Parenting Without Heath LedgerMichelle Williams on the October 2009 cover of Vogue magazine VogueAccess Hollywood

NEW YORK, New York -- Michelle Williams has opened up for the first time in over six months about her life with daughter Matilda following the 2008 death of Heath Ledger.

In a new interview for Vogue's October 2009 issue, Michelle revealed that Heath's death in January last year brought a heavier paparazzi presence on their lives.

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"Because he died -- it's so hard to say it, now that it's a fact -- it's because of this tragedy that there's more paparazzi. That is hard to be graceful and understanding about," Michelle said.

Due to the paparazzi, Michelle has had to explain to her toddler things little children don't usually have to try to understand.

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"It's because people really loved your daddy that they want to take your picture, to know you're all right," Michelle explained to the mag of what she tells their daughter when the little one asks about being photographed.

The actress said she works hard to be a good role model to her daughter, even during trying times.

"It's an OK model for her to see that her mom has boundaries. It's OK for me to be upset and to raise my voice. But it's an ongoing struggle. It's hard to be the man and the woman in that [paparazzi] situation," Michelle explained. "Heath always used to do that for us."

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While she continues to grieve the loss of her ex-boyfriend -- and the father of her child -- Michelle has tried to move on.

She was dating director Spike Jonze earlier this year, a romance she confirmed has now ended.

"The timing was impossible. I thought falling in love again was the only thing that was going to save me from the pain. This [was an] erroneous idea: It just makes things more complicated," Michelle said.

The 29-year-old former "Dawson's Creek" star admits she doesn't know how to date with a child, but she's OK with that.

"I'm falling more and more in love with her," she said of her little girl. "And I think she deserves the bulk of my attention. We're lucky. I can work. She can go to a good school. There's a lot there for her. And she can know her dad in so many ways, and so many of his friends who will be able to tell her so many stories. His friends, his family -- they were a big part of his life, and they will be a big part of her life."

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  • suprchick
    I love your new look Michelle. I lost my husband this last January, he died suddenly in the same way,he believed he could handle the amount that he was taking and his body I think just said enough is enough. I am glad that you and Matilda are doing well, you give me hope that the future holds more for me and my daughter. Wishing more happines for today and tomorrow.
    report abuseposted September 21, 2009 8:44 AM PDT
  • Godscherokeewoman
    Michelle, I am so happy for you! I have been praying that God would drive a wedge between you and Spike. I am praying for God to give you a husband that will love you as his princess and Matilda as if she was the most precious little girl on the face of the earth. Wait upon God. In His time he will give you a love beyond your wildest dreams. I know. He did it for me after terrible tragedy.
    report abuseposted September 16, 2009 2:50 PM PDT
  • Revitalized
    Very Audrey Hepburn. You wear it well. You are an inspiration!
    report abuseposted September 16, 2009 6:13 AM PDT
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    report abuseposted September 16, 2009 5:54 AM PDT
  • Helen
    You look mavalous, dahlink! Keep up the classic look; you wear it well. Also, it will separate you from the trendy youngins that will be scrambling for lesser roles. You will be able to fit into a wider variety of roles like many of the top paid actresses. Best wishes to you and Matilda.
    report abuseposted September 16, 2009 3:11 AM PDT
  • terry
    Snoooze. This must be nazi Germany.
    report abuseposted September 15, 2009 10:01 PM PDT
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    report abuseposted September 15, 2009 7:20 PM PDT
  • Lindsay
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  • diane R
    YOU SAID IT ALL MICHELLE. I THINK YOUR A WONDERFUL PERSON AND MOTHER.
    report abuseposted September 15, 2009 6:51 PM PDT
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