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Liam Neeson in frantic dash to bedside of critically ill wife Natasha Richardson
Wednesday, 18 March 2009
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Actor Liam Neeson was last night holding a desperate vigil at the bedside of his critically ill wife after she suffered a serious head injury while skiing in Canada.
The world-famous star was involved in a mercy dash to be by Natasha Richardson’s side after her fall while skiing in the Mont Tremblant resort.
The Tony Award-winning actress was last night understood to have been flown back to the US, where the couple live, after initially being taken to to a hospital near Station Mont Tremblant before she was transferred to Hopital du Sacre-Coeur in Montreal following her fall on Monday.
However, she was later transferred to an unknown hospital in America, according to Michelle Simard, spokeswoman for Hopital du Sacre-Coeur.
An agent for actress Vanessa Redgrave, Ms Richardson's mother, confirmed that the Ballymena-born Neeson had left the set of his latest film, Chloe, which is shooting in Toronto, to be with his wife. The veteran actress is looking after the couple's two sons at their home in New York.
It is thought Ms Richardson’s family intend to make a public statement on her condition later today. However, Kika Markham — wife of Ms Richardson’s uncle, Corin Redgrave — said the family were “very concerned.”
Among those keeping the 45-year-old actress in their thoughts yesterday was Mark Carruthers, chairman of the Lyric Theatre, of which Neeson is patron. It was at the Belfast theatre, currently closed for a massive renovation project, that the Ulster actor began his career.
“Liam is a big part of the Lyric family,” he said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Natasha, Liam and their family at this difficult time”.
A statement from the Mont Tremblant resort in Canada said Richardson had fallen in a beginners trail while taking a ski lesson.
“She was accompanied by an experienced ski instructor who immediately called the ski patrol,” it said. “She did not show any visible sign of injury but the ski patrol followed strict procedures and brought her back to the bottom of the slope and insisted she should see a doctor.
“As an additional precautionary measure, the ski instructor as well as the ski patrol accompanied Mrs Richardson to her hotel. They again recommended she should be seen by a doctor.
“The ski instructor stayed with her at the hotel.
“Approximately an hour after the incident, Mrs Richardson was not feeling good. An ambulance was called.”
The statement gave no details on Ms Richardson's condition or injuries.
Richardson is the daughter of Vanessa Redgrave and director Tony Richardson, and the sister of Nip/Tuck star Joely Richardson. She is the grand-daughter of Sir Michael Redgrave and the niece of Lynn Redgrave.
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how can anyone explain why a lovely so well loved person should die from one head injury while me a nobody who has never been loved or cared about has had so many head injuries while on my own and survived yet no one would have missed me.
im not elderly, just never wanted.
i have nightmares that are so bad i struggle to stay awake.
some people have a traumatic time in their life.
i have never known any different.
Posted by anastasia whittaker | 05.07.09, 20:53 GMT
Dear Liam Needson - O my gosh ! I just found out after I just posted a comment that Natasha played a role, the psychologist ,on Nell. When I saw that film Nell and saw how you both related to Nell, I thought there could not have been a better and sweeter professional, couple and parent. Again, I am so sorry to hear of Natasha passing. May God and His Angels sorround you with love and healing. Thanks again ,all involved, for the film Nell. Take Care, naanaya
Posted by naanya | 24.05.09, 22:07 GMT
My heart goes out to this family. These are two actors who have always had my admiration and respect. I will greive with and for this family. But I hope they realize her death will not be in vane. There is already so much discussion about head trama, that has come from this terrible event. We will all be so much more aware now.
Posted by Suzanne | 23.03.09, 04:52 GMT
We are thinking about you and your family...
Posted by Crystal | 22.03.09, 14:18 GMT
Such a gentle woman....so sorry for you all..wish you comfort in you grief...
Posted by sandi strouse | 20.03.09, 19:17 GMT
Dear Neeson family
Speaking on behalf of my wife Martha , and I, we want to extend our deepest sympathise to you, your sons, and family and friends. I do realize that with all the cards, and well wishes your receiving from around the world, the chances of you seeing this are slim, to none. In the off chance that you do see this, please know that our hearts are breaking too, your wife was an incredible actress, and obviously an incredible wife and mother. Mr. Neeson, you stand as an example of what an actor should be like, not giving in to the dark side of hollywood. I can only imagine what fine, outstanding young men you sons must be, and with a fine man like you to raise them can, again, only imagine the possibilities that lie ahead of them. You, and your family will be in our prayers. God Bless you Sir.
Posted by Richard Coyne | 19.03.09, 19:30 GMT
Mr. Neeson , my most sencere condolence, my deepest sympacy for you and your family. God only nows what youre goin thrugh. May He bless you and gives you the strenth to continue.
Manny
Posted by Manny Izquierdo | 19.03.09, 17:09 GMT
My husband and I are so sorry for you loss
Posted by Mary Lynne & Clinton | 19.03.09, 15:36 GMT
Mr. Neeson,
No words can comfort you in your horrendous loss but know this you are in the prayers of many of the people you have supported in the past. You gave your support to route 66 fundraiser in 2007 in ireland for unicef and we thanked you for that , we now in our own way will be supporting you and your family in our prayers and thoughts.
Ar dheis Dhe a anam dilis
Paddy
Posted by Paddy | 19.03.09, 11:54 GMT
my deepest sympathy to the neeson family on there tragic loss of a lovely mother and wife she is in heaven with the angles and god and looking down on her family.
Posted by maureen | 19.03.09, 05:40 GMT
Dear Mr. Neeson,
My heart sank when I heard the news about losing your precious angel, Natasha. May the Great Spirit hold you in his arms during this time, as he surly holds Natasha now.
Be well, my friend
Posted by Scott | 19.03.09, 04:39 GMT
Liam and family your journey has just begun. I can only imagine your pain. Natasha was a wonderful person, wonderful mother, wonderful wife, wonderful daughter, wonderful sister, wonderful friend .... I so enjoyed everything about her. Life truly is a gift. I am so saddened by your loss. I am an artist that reflects on heartfelt journeys I help others with my art to heal their pain. When I heard the news today of Natasha my heart was heavy. I prayed and hoped for healing. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I will hold you and your family in my prayers. Blessings to you and your family
Posted by Mary | 19.03.09, 04:17 GMT
Dear Liam,Children & Family,
We were so devastingly sad to hear of the passing of Natashka. You and your children our in our prayers and thoughts.
May GOD be with you in your deepest sorrow.
Elaine Rothman
Posted by Elaine | 19.03.09, 03:41 GMT
My heart breaks for Mr. Neeson and his children over the loss of his beautiful wife. I pray for her family. God is the perfect parent and Natasha is in good hands.
Posted by Douglas Berry | 19.03.09, 03:21 GMT
I'm sorry for your loss :(
Posted by gcorrieri | 19.03.09, 03:06 GMT
I was so very saddened to hear of Ms. Richardson = Mrs. Neeson's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this most difficult time. May God take care of the family.
Posted by monica | 19.03.09, 02:03 GMT
I Pray Jesus Make,s Liam Nesson,s Wife Well
Posted by KATHRYN N MAHLIN | 19.03.09, 01:31 GMT
Sadly, Natasha Richardson has passed away.
Posted by DYLAN RIVIS | 19.03.09, 01:02 GMT
jus saw there that she has died R.I.P thoughts are with the family at this sad time
Posted by victoria | 19.03.09, 00:57 GMT
i have just got home and put the news on and have found out that natasha richardson has died i am so shocked that this has happened to such a lovely person.I would like to send my prayers to her whole family for their loss at this tragic time.The angels will be with her now and will take take care of her now. God Bless All The Family x x x sent with much love sami
Posted by sami | 19.03.09, 00:55 GMT
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