Natasha Richardson’s Last Words
THE Mail leads with news that Vanessa Redgrave is in “a vigil” for her dying daughter, Natasha Richardson.
The Telegraph shows the worried mother heading toward “Redgrave’s family vigil”.
The rest of the world leads with news that Natasha Richardson has died. The Sun, however, focuces on the living, telling its readers:
“NEESON’S NATASHA DEAD.”
Neeson is Liam Neeson, Richardson’s partner in life. And at once the focus switches from the blonde - unable to wear another dress to a do - to the man who will surley have a few words to say on his dead lover, and thereby create more news.
And then there is the bigger picture, covered by the Telegraph:
Natasha Richardson’s death ’should not put people off skiing‘ - Natasha Richardson’s death should not put people off skiing because it is no more dangerous than a game of football, safety experts said.
Oh?
A spokeswoman for the Ski Club of Great Britain said skiers and snowboarders put themselves most at risk by being reckless.
Richardson died after a fall on the nursey slopes.
Says a woman with vested interest, who never met Richardson:
“The Ski Club of Great Britain advises skiers and snowboarders to always be in control of their speed and ensure they are skiing or snowboarding within their own ability. It is important to be aware of other mountain users and obey the rules of the slopes. As long as these guidelines are followed, skiing and snowboarding can be enjoyed safely and by people of all ages and levels.”
Phew! What about the money?
Reflecting on Natasha Richardson’s accident, Christopher Moore, personal injury lawyer at Steeles Law, added: “This tragic accident highlights that whilst skiing is a fun sport, the injuries can be very serious and you should take legal advice if you have been seriously hurt in a skiing accident.
Call…the…lawyer…I’m…fading…hurry…
“From a financial point of view it just shows taking out insurance is essential because often the accident occurs abroad and the medical costs have been known to run into millions of pounds.”
And now a few words from a doctor:
Natasha Richardson: Simple head injuries can kill, leading doctor warns - It is entirely possible to suffer a lethal head injury from a simple fall and bang on the head.
That’s the cold science for you - always right.
It’s time for a heated debate:
New York Magazine invites one and all: “Let’s Talk About Natasha Richardson.”
Yeah, let’s. You go first…
Natasha Richardson is a famous actress. But not outrageously so, like Angelina Jolie or Reese Witherspoon. She’s likably famous.
And dead…
RIP.
Posted: 19th, March 2009 | In: Celebrities, Key Posts Comments (16) | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed: RSS 2.0 | TrackBack | Permalink
Comments
March 21st, 2009 at 1:44 pm
Is it possible that just maybe all that needs to be said is be grateful she was here, and was loved by many and had a damn good life even thou it was brief? Many many people could never say that they had lived such a good life and can live a lifetime being hungry, poor, sick, tortured, unloved etc.etc.etc.. The list could go on forever, yes it’s extremely sad for all who loved her, but she was loved and will be missed. I’ll bet you there are many many people who would of loved too of had her life! Can we appreciate that? Anyone?
March 21st, 2009 at 6:35 am
My heart just goes out to Liam Neeson and the kids and Natasha Richardson’s mother.I just couldn’t stop crying when I found out that she had died.I really loved her acting and she was beautiful and also sweet.She was a wonderful person with a lovely sense of humor.
March 20th, 2009 at 9:04 am
….and yes I am ….disgusted,sickened, outraged ….and FUCKING FURIOUS….
Good Day, June…..and thank fuck its Friday….Have a nice weekend
Peace & Light
Percy
March 20th, 2009 at 8:53 am
My deepest sympathies this morning go to Liam Neeson, who, kowing the nature of the press pack paps , tried to pre-empt this atrocious attack on his family by asking politely for privacy during this terrible time, only to be answered by flash bulbs in his face and front pages full of his pitiful picture of pain..photojourno porn..how sad…how undignified. You would think that the tributes given to the press by the Redgraves and with archives full of picture of this famous family to draw, Liam’s prayers for privacy could have been answered….but such is the state of junk journalism….and death…
There is profit in loss…..there is no dignity in death
March 20th, 2009 at 8:46 am
Morning Percy
March 20th, 2009 at 8:34 am
….OOps nearly forgot..frist thing frast…”.Good Morning.”..
March 20th, 2009 at 8:32 am
….and they have’nt even buried Nastasha yet…..the vampires must be licking their lips at the chance of all the grieving celebrity pics it can pilfer it can fill its pages with profiton the back of this famous family’s loss.
I thought the bankers were the height bad taste but this takes the biscuit.
March 20th, 2009 at 8:26 am
Natasha Richardson’s family are trying to deal with her untimely death with dignity….it’s just a shame that parts of the media will not respect their right to privacy and just can’t held grabbing at grief and publishing more of its banal brand of mournporn….have they no respect…..obviously not…..I pity the journalists that have to deal in death by gatecrashing on grief….a job that can be compared to graverobbing must not be much fun nor fulfilling….It certainly is sickening to read .
March 20th, 2009 at 12:50 am
Natasha Richardson died how she lived, with dignity. Jade Goody lived with no class, she’s going out the same way.
March 19th, 2009 at 2:31 pm
You know that for a fact do you? Are you a Redgrave or a Richardson? Or both?
March 19th, 2009 at 2:15 pm
Only because she never woke up and had a chance to have her say!!! otherwise im sure she would have spoke to the press!!!!
March 19th, 2009 at 2:03 pm
…valid point Cheryl - the Redgrave/Richardson clan has led by example….
March 19th, 2009 at 1:57 pm
Despite the media circus that had been taking place outside the hospital for days, she died with ‘dignity’. When reports came over the news late yesterday that family members were arriving it was obvious her death was near. One didn’t hear of family or friends speaking to the media giving any details of what was going on in the hospital room. There was no PR person to tell the preying eyes of the media or public all the nitty gritty or reactions of family and friends as she laid dying since her accident. She didn’t need nor loved ones want a “Max’, as dying is a very private thing and a time for only loved ones to be with the person dying.
Max and the media may want to take note and give thought to permitting Jade Goody to die with dignity, in peace and privacy with only loved ones with her.
March 19th, 2009 at 9:02 am
Missed out on that one, didn’t you, Max !
March 19th, 2009 at 8:55 am
They might do, Percy, the Media might remember Natasha’s mum…and quail
March 19th, 2009 at 7:57 am
Liam Neeson has asked that his families privacy is respected during this difficult and sad time…. I hope the press leave him in peace as is his wish for now …but I doubt it.