These two stars’ love story began in 1993, when they co-starred in Anna Christie on Broadway, where sparks bloomed despite the actress’s marriage. Her marriage eventually ended, and she married the actor in 1994. They have two sons together. The couple’s intimate connection was clear early on, with descriptions of palpable electricity between them that spilled over into their performances.

Even years later, the actress stated that she was unconcerned about the actor’s reputation as a ladies man, saying, “I’m pleased that women fall in love with him because I know why,” according to Country Living. Their love became stronger after marriage, and they welcomed parenting, welcoming their first son in 1995 and a second son 18 months later.

However, sadness came when Natasha Richardson, an actress, suffered a head injury while skiing in 2009. She first dismissed the incident, but her condition quickly deteriorated, and doctors declared her brain dead. Neeson, recalling a covenant they had made, made the tough choice to remove her from life support after enabling family and friends to say their goodbyes.

Micheál, their eldest son, followed in her footsteps as an actor, appearing in films and television shows such as Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues, Vox Lux, Big Dogs, Broken Symphony, and Paradise. Years later, Micheál also decided to honor his mother by changing his surname to Richardson. According to The Times, he added that it was mostly an honor to his mother, a means to keep her close to him.

His father praised the heartfelt act, saying, “It was a nice gesture. Natasha’s family, mother, and sisters were deeply moved by it. “I am proud of it.” Neeson, who is happy of his son’s decision, takes solace in the fact that Micheál continues Natasha’s legacy through his name and career. Micheál has since created his own career in the acting industry, collaborating with his father on several films, including Cold Pursuit and Made in Italy, maintaining the family heritage of powerful performances while keeping his mother’s soul near to his heart.