Michelle Williams has had a complicated and emotional journey to her 45th birthday on Tuesday, September 9.

RadarOnline.com can reveal how the Dawson's Creek star overcame the heartache of losing her ex-boyfriend and baby daddy, Heath Ledger, to a drug overdose in 2008 and found love again on her healing journey. Article continues below advertisement

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In a rare moment, Williams recently opened up about Ledger during an appearance on Dax Shepard 's Armchair Expert podcast.

Williams said Ledger was "so special, so special" and reflected on their relationship, adding, "Thank God for Matilda ," referring to her 19-year-old daughter she welcomed with her late ex in October 2005.

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