Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Northern Irish |
| Date of Birth | 07/06/1952 |
| Age | 74 years |
| Birthplace | Ballymena, Northern Ireland |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Liam Neeson
07/10/2026
Liam Neeson's action thriller The Mongoose was previewed in an exclusive sneak peek in early October 2026. In the film he plays a decorated war veteran falsely accused of murder who leads police on a cross-country car chase. The movie is scheduled for theatrical release on 30/10/2026.
11/09/2026
Liam Neeson's action film formerly known as Hotel Tehran was retitled The Fix and given a wide theatrical release date of 11 September 2026. The film stars Zachary Levi alongside Neeson and follows former CIA operators attempting a rescue mission in Tehran after a failed operation in Afghanistan.
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Bio/Wiki
| Born on June 7, 1952, in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, into a working-class family. | |
| Initially pursued a career in the priesthood before switching to acting in his late teens. | |
| Raised during a turbulent period in Northern Ireland's history. | |
| Remains active in film in his mid-70s, with several releases in 2026. |
Personal Life
| Was married to actress Natasha Richardson from 1994 until her death in 2009; they co-starred in Nell (1994) and the Broadway revival of Anna Christie (1993). | |
| Son Micheál Richardson (born 1995) is an Irish actor. |
Relationships & More
| Was married to actress Natasha Richardson from 1994 until her death in 2009; they co-starred in Nell (1994) and the Broadway revival of Anna Christie (1993). |
Family
| Spouse | Natasha Richardson (m. 1994; d. 2009) |
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| Son | Micheál Richardson (born 22/06/1995) |
Career
| Early Career | Began acting in mid-1970s with Irish acting company; film debut in 1978 with Pilgrim's Progress; early roles in Excalibur (1981), The Bounty (1984), The Mission (1986), The Dead Pool (1988), Husbands and Wives (1992) |
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| Breakout | Schindler's List (1993), Academy Award nomination |
| Other Notable Works | Star Wars: Episode I, Kinsey, Michael Collins, Gangs of New York, Chronicles of Narnia, The LEGO Movie |
| Action Phase | Reinvented in 50s with Taken, became action star |
| Recent Work | Cold Storage (2026 horror-thriller); The Fix (released 11/09/2026); The Mongoose (scheduled for 30/10/2026) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Juvenile boxing champion before acting | |
| 2. Started career in theater | |
| 3. Earned two Tony Award nominations for Best Actor in a Play: Anna Christie (1992) and The Crucible (2002). |
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