5 Surprising Facts About Liam Neeson's Sons: Micheál Richardson And Daniel Neeson's Latest Updates (2025)
Liam Neeson’s sons, Micheál Richardson and Daniel Neeson, are no longer children, but fully-grown men forging their own paths in Hollywood and the business world. As of December 2025, the Neeson-Richardson family continues to evolve, with new career milestones and major personal announcements keeping them in the public eye.
This article provides the most current and in-depth look at the lives of the two sons of Liam Neeson and the late Natasha Richardson, focusing on their latest professional ventures, major life events like a very recent engagement, and how they are carrying on their mother’s legacy.
Complete Biography and Profile: Micheál Richardson and Daniel Neeson
The lives of Micheál and Daniel are a unique blend of Hollywood royalty, the esteemed Redgrave acting dynasty (their mother's side), and New York entrepreneurship. Both have made conscious choices to define themselves outside of their famous father’s shadow.
Micheál Richardson (Actor)
- Full Birth Name: Micheál Richard Antonio Neeson
- Professional Name: Micheál Richardson
- Birth Date: June 22, 1995
- Age (as of Dec 2025): 30
- Birth Place: Dublin, Ireland
- Career: Actor, active since 2013–present
- Notable Work: Made in Italy (2020), Cold Pursuit (2019), Big Dogs (2020)
- Family Connection: Son of Liam Neeson and Natasha Richardson; grandson of Vanessa Redgrave and Tony Richardson.
Daniel Neeson (Entrepreneur)
- Full Name: Daniel Neeson
- Birth Date: August 27, 1996 (Approximate)
- Age (as of Dec 2025): 29
- Career: Entrepreneur, Co-Founder of DE-NADA Tequila
- Education: Graduated from Tulane University in New Orleans.
- Latest Personal Update: Recently engaged to long-time girlfriend, Natalie Ackerman.
- Interests: Passionate New York Rangers fan, often seen at games with his father and brother.
The Richardson Name: Honoring a Mother's Legacy
In a deeply personal and public move, Micheál Neeson chose to change his surname to Richardson in 2018, a decision that speaks volumes about his connection to his mother, Natasha Richardson, who tragically died in a skiing accident in 2009.
Micheál, who was only 13 at the time of his mother's death, stated that the change was a way to honor her and carry the family name forward. This move also connects him more directly to the legendary Redgrave acting dynasty, which includes his grandmother, Vanessa Redgrave, and his aunt, Joely Richardson.
While his father, Liam Neeson, fully supported the decision, the choice highlights the profound and lasting impact Natasha had on her eldest son.
Daniel Neeson's Entrepreneurial Success and Recent Engagement
Unlike his older brother, Daniel Neeson has largely steered clear of the acting world, instead focusing on a career in business. He is a successful entrepreneur and the co-founder of the premium tequila brand, DE-NADA Tequila.
The brand, co-created with Adam Millman, is positioned as an additive-free, high-quality spirit, showing Daniel's sharp business acumen in the competitive beverage industry.
The most significant and fresh news regarding Daniel is his recent engagement. He proposed to his long-time girlfriend, Natalie Ackerman, a New York fashion marketing manager, on a sailboat in New York City on September 6, 2025. The couple had been together for eight years, making this a highly anticipated and joyful announcement for the Neeson and Richardson families.
Daniel has also made headlines for his candid support of his father's personal life, including commenting on Liam Neeson's rumored romance with actress Pamela Anderson, showing a maturity and closeness within the family unit.
Micheál Richardson's Career: Thematic Echoes of Grief
Micheál Richardson's acting career has been marked by a poignant thematic connection to his own life. His most notable film to date is the 2020 dramedy Made in Italy, where he co-starred with his father, Liam Neeson.
The film tells the story of an estranged father and son who reunite in Tuscany to sell the house inherited from their late wife/mother, forcing them to confront their shared grief. The parallels to their real-life loss of Natasha Richardson were not lost on the actors or the audience.
Working on Made in Italy became a form of "grief work" for both Micheál and Liam, allowing them to explore and process their emotions in a professional, yet deeply personal, setting. Micheál has spoken openly about how the film helped him carry and understand his grief, making the project a powerful piece of cinematic therapy.
Key Career Entities for Micheál
- Film: Made in Italy (2020)
- Co-Star: Liam Neeson
- Director: James D'Arcy
- Theme: Familial grief and reconciliation
- Other Works: *Cold Pursuit* (where he had a small role alongside his father), *On Our Way* (2021), and the TV series *Big Dogs* (2020).
The Neeson-Richardson Family Dynamic Today
Despite the immense tragedy that struck the family in 2009, the bond between Liam Neeson and his two sons remains exceptionally strong.
The family is often seen together publicly, particularly at New York Rangers hockey games, a shared passion that serves as a touchstone for their relationship.
Both Micheál and Daniel have credited their father with being a supportive and guiding presence, allowing them the freedom to pursue their own distinct career paths—whether it be the emotionally demanding world of acting or the high-stakes environment of a start-up business.
The sons represent a unique fusion of two powerful entertainment families: the rugged, action-star legacy of Liam Neeson and the theatrical, intellectual heritage of the Redgrave-Richardson clan. Their success in their respective fields—one on the screen, the other in the market—proves that they are successfully navigating their famous lineage on their own terms.
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