Liam Neeson is no longer dating

Liam Neeson has had all that behind him when it comes to dating.

The 72-year-old actor was widowed when Natasha Richardson, whom he married in 1994, died in a skiing accident in 2009 at the age of 45. A year later he was in a two-year relationship with PR executive Freya St. Johnston. He has insisted he is no longer looking for love at this stage of his life.

When asked if he still dates, he told People magazine: “No, in a word. I’ve put all this behind me.”

When he’s not working, the “Taken” star enjoys spending time with his and Natascha’s two sons, Michael, 29, and 28-year-old Daniel, watching their favorite TV shows or movies.

He said, “Just simple things. We did a bit of fly fishing together. We haven’t done that for several years.”

These days, Liam tries to squeeze in about two months off between projects, and his ideal day off would be a lie-in before a relaxing day with a Patricia Cornwell mystery or Nordic noir story.

He said, “I’m an avid reader.”

The “Absolution” actor feels very “happy” with his life.

He said: “I am incredibly lucky. I’ll never forget that. Even on a bad day on a movie set, I always pinch myself and say, ‘Come on, come on. You have nothing to complain about.’ .’ And it’s true.”

In the years before he found love with Natasha, Liam dated Dame Helen Mirren for four years until 1985 and still has fond memories of their time together, particularly a “lovely” holiday in France.

The Retribution actor, who is still in occasional contact with his former flame, said: “I remember watching a bullfight there with Helen, which was extraordinary. I really have mixed feelings about seeing extraordinary acts of bravery and then seeing that horrible death.

“Then we were at the campsite in the Loire Valley. Oh my god, it was beautiful. Helen was a good cook, she cooked on the outdoor fire and stuff. Nice.”