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English actress
Natasha Richardson is ...
Dead
Born | 11 May 1963 in London |
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Died | 18 March 2009 in Upper East Side and Lenox Hill Hospital |
Age | 45 years, 10 months |
Cause | traumatic brain injury and epidural hematoma |
Sex or gender | female |
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Country of citizenship | United Kingdom |
Birth name | Natasha Jane Richardson |
Manner of death | accident |
Father | Tony Richardson |
Mother | Vanessa Redgrave |
Sibling | Joely Richardson and Carlo Gabriel Nero |
Spouse | Liam Neeson and Robert Fox |
Occupation | film actor, film producer and stage actor |
Nominated for | Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play, Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Play, Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical, Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play and BIFA Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a British Independent Film |
Awards | Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical, Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical and Theatre World Award |
About Natasha Richardson
Natasha Richardson: The Tragic Loss of a Talented Actress
Natasha Richardson was born on May 11, 1963, in London, England, to a family of actors. Her mother was Vanessa Redgrave, a renowned actress, and her father was Tony Richardson, a film director. Growing up, Richardson was exposed to the world of acting and theater, and it was no surprise that she pursued a career in the same field.
Richardson made her acting debut in 1984 in the film "Every Picture Tells a Story." She went on to star in several other films, including "The Handmaid's Tale," "Nell," and "The Parent Trap." She also had a successful career in theater, appearing in productions such as "Cabaret" and "Anna Christie."
In addition to her acting career, Richardson was also involved in humanitarian work. She was a supporter of several charities, including amfAR, the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, and the American Foundation for AIDS Research.
Tragically, Richardson's life was cut short in 2009 when she suffered a head injury while skiing in Canada. She was taken to a hospital but died the following day at the age of 45.
Richardson's death was a shock to the entertainment industry and her fans. She was remembered for her talent, beauty, and kindness. Her mother, Vanessa Redgrave, gave a moving tribute to her daughter at the 2010 Academy Awards, saying, "She was a brave, beautiful woman, and we miss her."
Richardson's legacy lives on through her work and the impact she had on those around her. She was a talented actress, a humanitarian, and a beloved member of the entertainment community.
References:
- "Natasha Richardson." IMDb, IMDb.com, www.imdb.com/name/nm0000610/.
- "Natasha Richardson." Biography.com, A&E Networks Television, 19 Apr. 2021, www.biography.com/actor/natasha-richardson.
- "Natasha Richardson." Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., 19 Apr. 2021, www.britannica.com/biography/Natasha-Richardson.
Films - which cast members have died?
Natasha Richardson has been a part of these films.
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The Parent Trap
1998 film produced by Walt Disney Pictures

Maid in Manhattan
2002 film by Wayne Wang

The Handmaid's Tale
1990 film by Volker Schlöndorff

The Charge of the Light Brigade
1968 film by Tony Richardson

Wild Child
2008 film by Nick Moore

A Month in the Country
1987 film by Pat O'Connor

Fat Man and Little Boy
1989 film by Roland Joffé

Nell
1994 film by Michael Apted

Evening
2007 film by Lajos Koltai

The White Countess
2006 film by James Ivory

Waking Up in Reno
2002 film by Jordan Brady

The Comfort of Strangers
1990 film by Paul Schrader

Blow Dry
2001 film by Paddy Breathnach

High Crime
1973 film by Enzo G. Castellari

The Wildest Dream
2010 film by Anthony Geffen

Asylum
2005 drama film directed by David Mackenzie

Widows' Peak
1994 film by John Irvin

The Favour, the Watch and the Very Big Fish
1992 film by Ben Lewin

Gothic
1986 film by Ken Russell

Patty Hearst
biographical film

Chelsea Walls
2001 film by Ethan Hawke

Past Midnight
1991 film by Jan Eliasberg
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