Natasha Richardson Will Be Missed

Please pray for the family of Natasha Richardson who lost her life today at the young age of 45.  In an unfortunate accident while taking a ski lesson at a ski resort in Canada, Natasha took a tumble.  She was initially thought to be ok, but later complained of a headache .  Personnel at the resort called paramedics who transported her to a local hospital.   She was then flown to a New York hospital on life support which was removed today.  She leaves behind her husband actor, Liam Neeson, her two sons, Micheal and Daniel, sister and actress Joely Richardson, and mother and actress, Vanessa Redgrave. Our hearts and prayers go out to them.

Many of us remember Natasha as the endearing mom of twin girls in “Parent Trap”.  I can’t tell you how many times my girls have played the movie over and over again.  My thoughts then were, “what a wonderful talented actress.”  I cry every time I see the scene at the end when Dennis Quaid goes after her.

From the LA Times, “Natasha Richardson, the luminous British actress from one of the world’s great acting families, whose performances ranged from the high-brow drama “The Handmaid’s Tale” to the lightweight comedy “The Parent Trap” and the Tony-winning Broadway production of “Cabaret,” died Wednesday.

Alan Nierob, the Los Angeles-based publicist for Liam Neeson issued a statement by the family, “Liam Neeson, his sons, and the entire family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Natasha,” the statement said. “They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time.”

I can’t convey the sadness I feel even though I didn’t know Natasha or her family.   A few years ago, I lost my husband much the same way, suddenly and can remember the day and the aftermath… telling my children that their dad was in heaven and that he wouldn’t be coming home.  It was the hardest thing I ever had to do.

Natasha Richardson will be missed by many.