NEW YORK (CNN)  -- Natasha Richardson, a film star, Tony-winning stage actress and member of the famed Redgrave acting family, died Wednesday after suffering injuries in a ski accident, according to a family statement. She was 45. Natasha Richardson fell on a beginners' slope in Canada. Richardson, wife of actor Liam Neeson, was injured Monday in a fall on a ski slope at a Quebec resort about 80 miles northwest of Montreal. Richardson's family released a statement saying, "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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Actress Natasha Richardson fell Monday while skiing
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Richardson appeared fine, but became ill soon after
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Actress, 45, was daughter of Vanessa Redgrave, wife of Liam Neeson
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Family says they are "shocked and devastated," thank all for support
May @placeholder, her beautiful boys and her loving family hold her close as they move through this tragic moment."