Their happiness grew as they welcomed their first son in 1995, followed by their second just 18 months later. Tragically, Natasha’s life was cut short in 2009 after a skiing accident. What initially seemed minor quickly turned serious, and she was later declared brain dead. Honoring a promise they had made, Neeson made the heartbreaking decision to remove life support after loved ones said goodbye.

Their eldest son, Micheál, later followed in his parents’ footsteps and became an actor, appearing in films such as Anchorman 2, Vox Lux, and Made in Italy. Years later, he chose to take his mother’s last name, Richardson, as a tribute to her memory. Neeson supported his son’s decision, finding comfort in knowing that Natasha’s name and legacy live on through Micheál’s work.