History of Natasha Richardson in Timeline
Natasha Jane Richardson (1963-2009) was a British actress from the renowned Redgrave acting family. The daughter of Vanessa Redgrave and director Tony Richardson, and granddaughter of Michael Redgrave, she established a successful career on stage and screen. She was married to actor Liam Neeson and tragically died from a head injury sustained in a skiing accident.
May 1963: Natasha Jane Richardson's Birth
In May 1963, Natasha Jane Richardson was born in Marylebone, London. She came from the Redgrave family, which was well-known as a dynasty of theatrical and film actors. Her parents were director/producer Tony Richardson and actress Vanessa Redgrave.
1967: Divorce of Parents
In 1967, Natasha Richardson's parents, Tony Richardson and Vanessa Redgrave, divorced.
1984: Appearance in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'
In 1984, Natasha Richardson appeared in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' at the Open Air Theatre in London's Regent's Park, alongside Ralph Fiennes and Richard E. Grant.
1984: Television Debut in 'Ellis Island' and 'Oxbridge Blues'
In 1984, Natasha Richardson made her American television debut in 'Ellis Island' and her British television debut in an episode of the BBC series 'Oxbridge Blues'.
1984: First Credited Screen Appearance
In 1984, Natasha Richardson made her first credited screen appearance as an art tutor in 'Every Picture Tells A Story', directed by James Scott.
1985: West End Debut in 'The Seagull'
In 1985, Natasha Richardson made her first professional appearance in London's West End in a revival of Anton Chekhov's 'The Seagull', which also featured her mother, Vanessa Redgrave.
1985: Meeting Robert Fox
In 1985, Natasha Richardson met filmmaker Robert Fox during the making of Anton Chekhov's 'The Seagull'.
1986: Portrayal of Mary Shelley in 'Gothic'
In 1986, Natasha Richardson portrayed Mary Shelley in Ken Russell's film 'Gothic'.
1986: Starring in 'Gothic'
In 1986, Natasha Richardson starred as Mary Shelley in the film 'Gothic'.
1987: Appearance in 'Ghosts'
In 1987, Natasha Richardson starred with Judi Dench, Michael Gambon, and Kenneth Branagh in a BBC adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's play 'Ghosts'.
1988: Portrayal of Patty Hearst in 'Patty Hearst'
In 1988, Natasha Richardson portrayed Patty Hearst in the film 'Patty Hearst', directed by Paul Schrader.
1988: Starring in 'Patty Hearst'
In 1988, Natasha Richardson starred in the docudrama film 'Patty Hearst', directed by Paul Schrader, playing the title role.
1990: Appearance in 'The Handmaid's Tale'
In 1990, Natasha Richardson appeared in 'The Handmaid's Tale'.
1990: Marriage to Robert Fox
In 1990, Natasha Richardson married filmmaker Robert Fox.
1990: Evening Standard British Film Award
In 1990, Natasha Richardson won the Evening Standard British Film Award for Best Actress for her performances in 'The Handmaid's Tale' and 'The Comfort of Strangers'.
1991: Appearance in 'The Favour, the Watch and the Very Big Fish'
In 1991, Natasha Richardson appeared in the film 'The Favour, the Watch and the Very Big Fish' with Bob Hoskins.
1991: Death of Father, Tony Richardson
In 1991, Natasha Richardson's father, Tony Richardson, died of AIDS-related causes.
1992: Divorce from Robert Fox
In 1992, Natasha Richardson divorced filmmaker Robert Fox.
1993: Television Roles in 1993
In 1993, Natasha Richardson appeared in a BBC adaptation of 'Suddenly, Last Summer' and in the television movie 'Zelda'.
1993: Broadway Debut in 'Anna Christie'
In 1993, Natasha Richardson made her Broadway debut in the revival of 'Anna Christie', earning critical acclaim and a Theatre World Award.
1993: Meeting Liam Neeson
In 1993, Natasha Richardson met Liam Neeson while performing in a revival of 'Anna Christie' on Broadway.
1994: Appearance in 'Nell'
In 1994, Natasha Richardson appeared in the film 'Nell'.
1994: Marriage to Liam Neeson
In 1994, Natasha Richardson married Liam Neeson at their home in Millbrook, New York, and became a naturalized American citizen.
1994: Best Actress at Karlovy Vary
In 1994, Natasha Richardson was named Best Actress at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival for 'Widows' Peak' and also appeared in the movie 'Nell'.
1998: Appearance in 'The Parent Trap'
In 1998, Natasha Richardson appeared in 'The Parent Trap'.
1998: Role in 'Cabaret' on Broadway
In 1998, Natasha Richardson played Sally Bowles in Sam Mendes's revival of 'Cabaret' on Broadway, winning the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical.
1998: Tony Award for 'Cabaret'
In 1998, Natasha Richardson won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for playing Sally Bowles in the Broadway revival of 'Cabaret'. She also won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical and the Outer Critics Circle Award the same year.
November 2000: AmfAR's Award of Courage
In November 2000, Natasha Richardson received AmfAR's Award of Courage for her efforts in the fight against AIDS.
2001: Appearance in 'Haven'
In 2001, Natasha Richardson appeared in 'Haven' on CBS.
2001: Film Credits in 2001
In 2001, Natasha Richardson's film credits include 'Blow Dry' and 'Chelsea Walls'.
2002: Appearance in 'Maid in Manhattan'
In 2002, Natasha Richardson appeared in 'Maid in Manhattan'.
2002: Film Credits in 2002
In 2002, Natasha Richardson appeared in 'Waking Up in Reno' and 'Maid in Manhattan'.
2005: Appearance in 'The White Countess'
In 2005, Natasha Richardson appeared in 'The White Countess'.
2005: Appearance in 'A Streetcar Named Desire'
In 2005, Natasha Richardson appeared in the revival of Tennessee Williams's 'A Streetcar Named Desire' as Blanche DuBois, opposite John C. Reilly as Stanley Kowalski.
2005: Awards and Film Credits in 2005
In 2005, Natasha Richardson won a second Evening Standard Award for Best Actress for her performance in 'Asylum', and she also appeared in 'The White Countess'.
2006: AmfAR Board Member
In 2006, Natasha Richardson became a board member of AmfAR and continued her involvement in AIDS charities.
2007: Appearance in 'The Mastersons of Manhattan'
In 2007, Natasha Richardson appeared in 'The Mastersons of Manhattan' on NBC.
2007: Appearance in 'Evening'
In 2007, Natasha Richardson appeared in the film 'Evening'.
2008: Appearance in 'Wild Child'
In 2008, Natasha Richardson's last screen appearance was in the comedy 'Wild Child', where she played Mrs. Kingsley.
January 2009: Recording for 'The Wildest Dream'
During the last week of January 2009, Natasha Richardson recorded her offscreen role as Ruth Mallory in the documentary film 'The Wildest Dream'.
January 2009: Performance in 'A Little Night Music'
In January 2009, Natasha Richardson played Desirée Armfeldt in a concert production of Stephen Sondheim's 'A Little Night Music' with her mother, Vanessa Redgrave.
March 2009: Natasha Richardson's Death
In March 2009, Natasha Richardson passed away after sustaining a head injury from a skiing accident. She was married to Liam Neeson.
March 2009: Tributes and Funeral
In March 2009, specifically on March 18, theatre lights were dimmed on Broadway and in London's West End to honor Natasha Richardson's passing. A private funeral was held on March 22 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church near Millbrook, New York, where she was buried.
March 2009: Skiing Accident and Death
On 16 March 2009, Natasha Richardson had a fall during a beginner skiing lesson at Mont Tremblant Resort and sustained a head injury, initially refusing medical help. She was flown to Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City but passed away two days later from an epidural hematoma. Liam Neeson donated her organs following her death.
2009: Death of Natasha Richardson
In 2009, Natasha Richardson died at the age of 45 from a head injury sustained in a skiing accident in Quebec.
May 2010: Burial of Lynn Redgrave
In May 2010, Natasha Richardson's aunt, Lynn Redgrave, was buried in the same churchyard as Richardson and her maternal grandmother.
2015: Dedication of 'Everest' Film
In 2015, the biographical thriller 'Everest' was dedicated to Natasha Richardson.
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