Liam Neeson Reflects on Falling in Love with Late Wife Natasha Richardson Amid New Romance with Pamela Anderson

Liam Neeson Reflects on Love, Loss, and New Beginnings with Pamela Anderson

Liam Neeson, 71, recently opened up about his enduring love for late wife Natasha Richardson and his budding romance with Pamela Anderson in a heartfelt New York Times interview. The actor, known for Schindler’s List and Taken, reminisced about meeting Richardson during their 1993 Broadway revival of Anna Christie. “It was great doing it every night with her and falling in love,” he shared, his voice softening. The couple married in 1994, but Richardson tragically died in 2009 from a skiing accident.

[Image: Neeson and Richardson smiling at a 2007 NYC event.]

Their Broadway collaboration also caught Steven Spielberg’s attention, leading to Neeson’s Oscar-nominated role in Schindler’s List. Despite the film’s acclaim, Neeson admitted struggling to appreciate his performance: “I could see myself acting… I didn’t like that.”

Now, Neeson is embracing a new chapter with Pamela Anderson, 58, his co-star in the upcoming comedy The Naked Gun. The pair sparked rumors with public displays of affection at premieres, and a source confirmed they’ve been dating “for a while.” Anderson, a friend of Richardson’s, has won over Neeson’s inner circle. Andy Cohen, a close friend of Richardson, endorsed the relationship, noting Anderson’s resilience and independence.

[Image: Neeson and Anderson holding hands at a NYC event.]

During a SiriusXM Town Hall, Neeson recalled their instant connection on set: “She’s gorgeous, with a wonderful sense of silliness… I felt an ease with her.” Anderson, who baked sourdough bread and muffins for the cast, joked about her “special recipe” bonding them. “It’s very good for you,” she teased, while Neeson praised her culinary skills.

[Image: Anderson and Neeson laughing during a Naked Gun interview.]

The duo’s romance blossomed during filming in Atlanta in 2024. A source revealed Neeson sends flowers and spends time with Anderson’s sons and dogs at her Canadian home. “He loves her un-Hollywood lifestyle—gardening, cooking,” the insider shared.

[Image: PDA moment at a London premiere.]

At the NYC premiere, Anderson nearly kissed Neeson during an interview, later posting, “Love is in the air.” Neeson, who called Anderson “terrific” and “easy to work with,” admitted enjoying their Naked Gun love scenes, quipping, “The sex scenes were my favorite.”

[Image: Poster for The Naked Gun featuring Neeson and Anderson.]

In the film, a reboot of Leslie Nielsen’s classic, Neeson plays bumbling detective Frank Drebin Jr., a role he approached with seriousness: “Be a serious cop who’s a bit of a doofus.” Despite initial doubts about his comedic chops, director Akiva Schaffer reassured him throughout filming.

As Neeson navigates love and legacy, he honors Richardson’s memory while embracing new joy with Anderson. Their story—a blend of nostalgia and fresh beginnings—resonates with fans, proving that even after loss, life can surprise with laughter and love.

[Image: Neeson and Anderson at a Leicester Square premiere.]

The Naked Gun hits theaters August 1.

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