Natasha Richardson, wife of Liam Neeson, who won a Tony-winning performance in a stage revival of “Cabaret,” died Wednesday at age 45. Career highlights included the film “Patty Hearst,” “Parent Trap” and Maid in Manhattan.”
Alan Nierob, the LA-based publicist for Richardson’s husband Liam Neeson (who starred in the recently released action-thriller Taken), confirmed her death in a written statement but did not give details on the cause of death for Richardson.
“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.”
Richardson is believed to have suffered a head injury when she fell on a beginner’s trail during a private ski lesson at the luxury Mont Tremblant ski resort in Quebec. She was still able to walk after the fall, but complained of headache moments later before eventually passing out. She was hospitalized Tuesday in Montreal and later flown to a hospital in New York City. Family members had been seen coming and going from the New York hospital where Richardson was reportedly taken.
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