An Open Letter to:
Mr. Steve Alexander,
Licensed Talent Agent, Los Angeles, CA
Mr. Simon Sinacori,
Licensed Talent Agent, Sinacori Agency, Sydney NSW Australia
HeathHeathens.com is part of an idea that was
conceived with the desire to create a community feeling within the
Heath fansite family, thus eliminating unfriendly competition.
In creating HeathHeathens, my goal was to operate a respectful
celebration of the actor Heath Ledger, with content that informs
fans of the information they want to know, but still maintains a
responsible boundary.
I strongly
believe that it is essential for webmasters to remember that Mr.
Ledger’s name is on our sites. Therefore, as a webmaster, I
recognize the responsibility I have to honor that name in as
considerate a manner as I can.
HeathHeathens attempts to keep fansites in perspective. HH
strives to be professional and interesting, informative and
enjoyable, as well as a place that promotes Heath's work. However,
this is a fansite, not world politics or a cut-throat corporation.
Therefore, my goal is to make HH fun and relaxing, and not stressful
for its visitors or for the actor himself.
I have kept that goal in mind throughout the design process, and
I keep it in mind when posting content and choosing paparazzi
photos.
Because of this mindset, HeathHeathens.com will not be involved
in internet politics, web-wars or pettiness, all of which detract
from the reason for the site’s existence, which is three-fold:
• a celebration of the actor,
• an appreciation for and promotion of his work,
• and a creative outlet.
HeathHeathens hopes to offer an interesting perspective and
unique content to separate it from other Heath sites. Along with
Heath news, biography, filmography, and photos, HeathHeathens also
has a special Australia section, which is an educational celebration
of Heath’s home country. The Australia section includes informative
content such as a brief overview of the country’s history, a section
on the real Ned Kelly including the Jerilderie letter text, as well
as fun sections including an Aussie slang dictionary and Aussie
recipes. (Even recipes with vegemite are included.)
The HeathHeathens forum is used to house film articles, news and
reviews. But there is also a members discussion area. The
message board will not focus on hurtful innuendo, or speculation,
and does not post articles from sites such as Defamer, Perez Hilton,
Ted Casablanca or Gawker. Although this decision may very well limit
the membership and activity on the board, and may keep the site
smaller and less competitive, I feel it best to focus on quality,
instead of quantity.
Mistakes are certain to be made along the way; however, they will
not be out of malicious intent. Any request by representatives
of the Ledger family for the removal of content will, of course, be
honored as quickly as possible.
This mission statement is not an attempt to obtain any official
endorsement, merely to lay out the standards by which this
HeathHeathens strives to operate.
Sincerely,
Phyllis
HeathHeathens Owner/Administrator
