Liam Neeson's girlfriends timeline: a complete dating history

Liam Neeson's girlfriends timeline: a complete dating history

Liam Neeson's girlfriends have included Helen Mirren, Barbra Streisand, Freya St. Johnston, and Brooke Shields. The Taken actor was married to Natasha Richardson for 15 years, and with the news of his romance with actress Pamela Anderson, fans are curious about his love life.

Liam Neeson attends the Berlin premiere of the movie "The Naked Gun" (L). The actor arrives at the UK premiere of "Marlowe" (R)
Liam Neeson attends the Berlin premiere of the movie "The Naked Gun" (L). The actor arrives at the UK premiere of "Marlowe" (R). Photo: Dave J Hogan, Tristar Media (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Liam Neeson is a widower whose wife, Natasha Richardson, passed away in 2009.
  • He started dating Pamela Anderson after meeting on the 2025 film Naked Gun set.
  • There are unconfirmed reports of him dating Julia Roberts and Janice Dickinson.

Profile summary

Full nameWilliam John Neeson
GenderMale
Date of birth 7 June 1952
Age73 years old (as of 2025)
Zodiac signGemini
⁠Place of birthBallymena, Northern Ireland, UK
Current residenceNew York City, New York, USA
NationalityBritish-American
EthnicityWhite
ReligionChristianity
SexualityStraight
Height in feet6'2"
Height in inches188
Weight in pounds186
Weight in kilograms85
Hair c‌olour Li​ght brown‌
Eye colourBlue
Mother‍Kath‌e​rine Ne⁠eson
Fa‍therBer‌nard Neeson
Siblings3
Relationship statusDating
GirlfriendPamela Anderson
Children2
Uni⁠versityQueen's University, Belfast, Nort⁠hern Ireland
Profes⁠sio⁠nActor
Net worth$120 million

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Liam Neeson's girlfriends' timeline: dating history and marriage

Besides his marriage to Natasha Richardson, Liam has had other high-profile relationships that have made headlines. Here's everything we know about the Oscar-nominated actor's dating history.

Pamela Anderson (July 2025–present)

Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson pose together at "The Naked Gun" US Premiere at the SVA Theatre
Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson attend "The Naked Gun" US Premiere at the SVA Theatre on July 28, 2025, in New York, New York. Photo: Bryan Bedder
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According to People, Liam Neeson is officially dating Pamela Anderson. A source revealed exclusively:

It's a budding romance in the early stages. It's sincere and clear that they're smitten with each other.

The two sparked relationship rumours while promoting their film Naked Gun in July 2025. Liam is in the lead role, while Pamela is in a supporting role. On 28 July 2025, the costars brought their two sons to the red carpet for a group photo. The American actress also kissed Liam's cheek at the London premiere.

Neeson had nice things to say about his costar in the November 2024 issue of People.

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With Pamela, first off, I'm madly in love with her. She's just terrific to work with. I can't compliment her enough, I'll be honest with you. No huge ego. She just comes in to do the work. She's funny and so easy to work with. She's going to be terrific in the film.

Anderson has also spoken about her acting relationship with Neeson, stating:

He is the perfect gentleman. He brings out the best in you… with respect, kindness, and depth of experience. It was an absolute honor to work with him.

Freya St. Johnston (2010–2012)

Freya St. Johnston and Liam Neeson pose backstage at The Minskoff Theater
Freya St. Johnston and boyfriend Liam Neeson pose backstage at Disney's "The Lion King" on Broadway at The Minskoff Theater on August 18, 2011 in New York City. Photo: Bruce Glikas
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After his wife Natasha passed away, Liam dated Freya St. Johnston, a PR executive, for two years. The two were first seen together in September 2010 and were pictured holidaying in Club 55 in St Tropez in 2011.

The relationship ended in 2012, with the English actor wanting to concentrate on his family.

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Natasha Richardson (1993–1999)

Natasha Richardson and Liam Neeson pose together at The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Natasha Richardson and Liam Neeson at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, New York, United States. Photo: Michael Loccisano
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The English actor was married to Natasha Richardson, an American actress, from 1994 until she suddenly passed away in 2009 at 45. The duo met while performing the play Anna Christie on Broadway in 1993, and they tied the knot the following year.

The Naked Gun actor and The Parent Trap actress welcomed their first son, Michael Richardson, in 1995. Their second son, Daniel Neeson, was born in 1996. Liam shared a post on Facebook about losing his wife in 2016. He stated:

They say the hardest thing in the world is losing someone you love. My wife died unexpectedly. She brought me so much joy. She was my everything.

Brooke Shields (1991–1992)

Brooke Shields poses at the Acorn TV Talent Dinner
Brooke Shields attends the Acorn TV Talent Dinner on August 06, 2025 in New York City. Photo: Jason Mendez
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Liam Neeson dated Brooke Shields, a model turned actress, from late 1991 to early 1992. Brook wrote about how she started dating Liam in her 2014 memoir, There Was a Little Girl: The Real Story of My Mother and Me. She revealed:

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He wooed me with his brogue, his poetry, and his sh*tty choice of cheap pinot grigio wine.

The Oscar-nominated star proposed shortly after, without a ring, but later ghosted her. She told The Times:

He was there one minute and gone the next. You know, I was shocked, I couldn't believe it. Yeah. He was taken.

Barbra Streisand (1991)

Barbra Streisand poses at the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival
Barbra Streisand attends "Tribeca Talks: Storytellers" during the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival at Borough of Manhattan Community College on April 29, 2017 in New York City. Photo: Taylor Hill
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Liam Neeson and Barbra Streisand briefly dated in 1991 after leaving other relationships with other stars. However, they kept the relationship private, and after a short time, they parted ways after realising they were not meant to be.

Neither of the two has commented on the relationship. Barbra is an American singer, actress, songwriter, producer, and director.

Helen Mirren (1981–1985)

Helen Mirren and Liam Neeson laughing on the Graham Norton Show at The London Studios
Helen Mirren and Liam Neeson, during the filming of the Graham Norton Show at The London Studios, south London, to be aired on BBC One on Friday evening. Photo: Matt Crossick
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Liam Neeson dated Helen Mirren for five years in the 1980s. The two met on the set of the 1981 film Excalibur. Liam and Helen lived together for four years before calling it quits.

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According to the Daily Mail, the former couple have spoken fondly of each other. Liam described Helen as something else and a remarkable woman. He said:

Helen is a remarkable woman, a remarkable actress - I should be so lucky to have spent three, four years with that lady. She's really something else.

The English actress has had good things to say about her ex-lover. However, she admitted in an interview in 2022 that they were not meant for each other. She said:

We were not meant to be together, but we loved each other very, very much. love him deeply to this day. He's such an amazing guy.

Helen Mirren is married to American film director Taylor Hackford. The two tied the knot in 1997. Besides the above relationships, Neeson has been linked with Julia Roberts, Sinéad O'Connor, and Janice Dickinson. However, he has not confirmed or denied these relationships.

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FAQs

  1. Who is Liam Neeson? He is a British actor best known for his role as Bryan Mills in the Taken series.
  2. How old is Liam Neeson? The actor is 73 years old as of 2025. He was born on 7 June 1952.
  3. Who has Liam Neeson dated? Liam has dated several high-profile women, including Helen Mirren, Barbra Streisand, Freya St. Johnston, and Brooke Shields.
  4. Did Liam Neeson date Julia Roberts? Neeson has been linked to Julia Roberts. They are reported to have briefly dated after filming Satisfaction (1987).
  5. How many marriages has Liam Neeson had? He once married Natasha Richardson, who passed away in 2009.
  6. Who is Liam Neeson's partner now? The English actor is dating Pamela Anderson.

Liam Neeson’s girlfriends have ranged from Hollywood icons to acclaimed artists, shaping a fascinating love life that has often made headlines. Despite the ups and downs, his marriage with Natasha Richardson remains central to his story.

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