Liam Neeson’s wife, Natasha Richardson, tragically passed away following a skiing accident. Ultimately, Neeson had to make the heart-wrenching decision to remove her from life support. He buried her close to their home and visits her grave daily. Life without her is challenging for Neeson, but he continues to push forward, raising their two sons.
In 2009, Richardson died after a severe fall on a beginner’s slope at the Mont-Tremblant ski resort in Quebec. Despite initially declining medical assistance, her condition deteriorated, and she was later found to have an epidural hematoma—a type of brain injury caused by bleeding between the skull and the brain’s covering.
The delay in recognizing her injury and transporting her to the hospital proved critical. By the time Neeson, who was working in Toronto, reached the hospital, Richardson was declared brain dead. Reflecting on their mutual agreement to avoid prolonged life support in such situations, Neeson honored her wishes and allowed the doctors to withdraw life support.
After her death, Neeson remained private, avoiding the public eye. In 2016, he paid tribute to Richardson, expressing the profound impact of their 16-year marriage and the importance of appreciating loved ones.
Neeson buried Richardson near their home in upstate New York and often visits her grave to talk to her. He admits these conversations are one-sided, yet he finds solace in them. He also communicates with the spirits of other late actors.
Despite the loss, Neeson has cherished the lessons Richardson taught him about unconditional love, applying them to raising their sons, Micheál and Daniel. Micheál, who has pursued acting, appeared alongside Neeson in “Made In Italy,” a film about a father and son dealing with the loss of their family matriarch—a poignant reflection of their real-life experience.
Micheál changed his last name to Richardson in honor of his mother, which Neeson supported. He finds comfort in watching her films when he misses her. Daniel, another aspiring actor, studied at Tulane University and founded an eco-friendly clothing line called Pine Outfitters in 2017.
Neeson remains devoted to his sons, enjoying their company and cherishing the bond they share. The trio is often seen together at public events, demonstrating a close-knit family that continues to honor Natasha Richardson’s memory.