History of Natasha Richardson in Timeline
Natasha Jane Richardson (1963-2009) was a British actress from the prominent Redgrave family of actors. The daughter of Vanessa Redgrave and director Tony Richardson, she came from a rich acting lineage. She was known for her work in film and theatre, winning a Tony Award for her role in "Cabaret". Richardson's career included roles in films such as "The Parent Trap" and "Maid in Manhattan". Her life was tragically cut short by a skiing accident.
May 1963: Natasha Richardson Born in London
In May 1963, Natasha Jane Richardson was born in Marylebone, London, into the Redgrave family, a prominent theatrical and film dynasty. She was the daughter of director and producer Tony Richardson and actress Vanessa Redgrave.
May 1963: Natasha Richardson's Birth
In May 1963, Natasha Jane Richardson was born into the Redgrave family, a theatrical and film acting dynasty. She was the daughter of actress Vanessa Redgrave and director/producer Tony Richardson.
1984: Early Theatre Career
In 1984, Natasha Richardson appeared in A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Open Air Theatre in London's Regent's Park with Ralph Fiennes and Richard E. Grant.
1984: American TV Debut in Ellis Island
In 1984, Natasha Richardson made her American television debut in a small role in the miniseries Ellis Island and British television debut in an episode of 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.
1987: BBC Adaptation of Ghosts
In 1987, Natasha Richardson starred in a BBC adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's play Ghosts with Judi Dench, Michael Gambon, and Kenneth Branagh.
1988: Portrayal of Patty Hearst
In 1988, Natasha Richardson played Patty Hearst in the eponymous biopic directed by Paul Schrader.
1990: Appearance in The Handmaid's Tale
In 1990, Natasha Richardson appeared in the film 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: Appeared in The Favour, the Watch and the Very Big Fish
In 1991, Natasha Richardson appeared in The Favour, the Watch and the Very Big Fish with Bob Hoskins, where she shared what Hoskins described as the best kiss of his life.
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: Broadway Debut in Anna Christie
In 1993, Natasha Richardson made her Broadway debut in the revival of Anna Christie, receiving critical acclaim and a Theatre World Award.
1993: Meeting Liam Neeson
In 1993, Natasha Richardson met actor Liam Neeson while performing in a revival of Anna Christie on Broadway.
1993: BBC Adaptation of Suddenly, Last Summer and Zelda
In 1993, Natasha Richardson starred in a BBC adaptation of Suddenly, Last Summer and Zelda.
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 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 appeared in Nell with Jodie Foster and Liam Neeson.
1998: Appearance in The Parent Trap
In 1998, Natasha Richardson appeared in the Disney film remake The Parent Trap alongside Dennis Quaid, playing Elizabeth James.
1998: 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, along with the Drama Desk Award and Outer Critics Circle Award.
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 Blow Dry and Chelsea Walls
In 2001, Natasha Richardson had film credits in Blow Dry and Chelsea Walls.
2002: Appearance in Maid in Manhattan
In 2002, Natasha Richardson appeared in the film Maid in Manhattan.
2002: Film Credits in Waking Up in Reno and Maid in Manhattan
In 2002, Natasha Richardson had film credits in Waking Up in Reno and Maid in Manhattan.
2005: A Streetcar Named Desire Revival
In 2005, Natasha Richardson appeared as Blanche DuBois in the revival of Tennessee Williams's A Streetcar Named Desire, opposite John C. Reilly.
2005: Appearance in The White Countess
In 2005, Natasha Richardson appeared in the film The White Countess.
2005: Second Evening Standard Award
In 2005, Natasha Richardson won a second Evening Standard Award for Best Actress for her role in Asylum, and appeared in The White Countess.
2006: Board Member of AmfAR
In 2006, Natasha Richardson became a board member of AmfAR and actively participated in AIDS charities.
2007: The Mastersons of Manhattan
In 2007, Natasha Richardson appeared in The Mastersons of Manhattan on NBC.
2007: Film Credit in Evening
In 2007, Natasha Richardson had a film credit in Evening.
2008: Last Screen Appearance in Wild Child
In 2008, Natasha Richardson made her last screen appearance as Mrs. Kingsley in the comedy Wild Child.
January 2009: Recording for The Wildest Dream
During the last week of January 2009, Natasha Richardson recorded her offscreen role as Ruth Mallory for the 2010 documentary film The Wildest Dream.
January 2009: A Little Night Music Concert
In January 2009, two months before her death, Natasha Richardson played Desirée Armfeldt in a concert production of Stephen Sondheim's A Little Night Music, alongside her mother Vanessa Redgrave.
March 2009: Natasha Richardson's Death
In March 2009, Natasha Richardson tragically passed away at the age of 45 from a head injury sustained in a skiing accident in Quebec.
March 2009: Skiing Accident and Head Injury
On 16 March 2009, Natasha Richardson sustained a head injury from a fall during a beginner skiing lesson and passed away two days later due to an epidural hematoma. Following her death, her family issued a statement, and Neeson donated Richardson's organs.
March 2009: Broadway Lights Dimmed
On 18 March 2009, in Manhattan and London's West End, theatre lights were dimmed on Broadway as a mark of respect for Natasha Richardson. A private viewing was held the following day.
2009: Death at Age 45
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
On 8 May 2010, Natasha Richardson's aunt, Lynn Redgrave, was buried in the same churchyard as Richardson and her maternal grandmother Rachel Kempson.
2010: Release of The Wildest Dream
The documentary film "The Wildest Dream", in which Natasha Richardson recorded her offscreen role as Ruth Mallory during the last week of January 2009, was released in 2010.
2015: Dedication of Everest
The 2015 biographical thriller Everest was dedicated to Natasha Richardson.
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