Tony Award winner Natasha Richardson, 45, passed away on March 18 after being taken off life support. The actress had suffered a severe head injury due to a skiing accident, when she fell during a private lesson in Quebec two days prior. Though she felt fine for a short time after, an hour later she complained of a severe headache. Natasha was taken to a hospital in Canada, before being flown to a hospital in New York City the following day. There, friends and family held a vigil for her. Sadly, Natasha was declared brain dead and was then taken off life support. Natasha and husband Liam Neeson were married for 15 years and had two sons, Micheal, 13, and Daniel, 12. She is the daughter of actress Vanessa Redgrave.

In a statement, Natasha's rep said: “Liam Neeson, his sons, and the entire family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Natasha. They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time.”

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