The lights of Broadway theaters are dimmed in an emotional tribute to Natasha Richardson

Husband Liam Neeson, mother Vanessa Redgrave, and sister Joely Richardson and other members of Natasha Richardson’s family made an emotional appearance Thursday night in the heart of New York’s theatre district.

The lights on Broadway were dimmed for one minute as a tribute to the Tony Award winning star who died this week after a freak skiing accident. The theaters dimmed their lights one by one as the crowd applauded, according to news reports.

Among those present to support the family were Sarah Jessica Parker (pictured hugging Neeson) and Matthew Broderick. Seen visiting the hospital earlier were Natasha’s aunt, Lynn Redgrave, and actress Lauren Bacall.

Here are some of the remembrances shared in the past few days:

Helen Mirren: “Natasha was a great actress, a fantastic mother, a loving wife and a whirlwind of energy, with an infectious love of life expressed firstly by her wonderful deep laugh. Anyone who knew her will be in mourning today. I hope that Liam and her sons are helped in their pain by the great love and sympathy that is coming to them from people all over the world.”

Meryl Streep: “Tash was the warm sun in the center of a large constellation of family, friends, all of those lucky enough to know her _ she is irreplaceable in our lives; she gave us so much, so generously _ her legacy is the love that connects us all.”

Ralph Fiennes: “For everyone who knew and loved her, Natasha’s death is a terrible, devastating loss. She was a star. A great actress, a beautiful woman, a fiercely loyal friend, a brilliant and generous companion. She was an adoring and loving wife and mother. She was unique. My thoughts and prayers go out to Liam and her beautiful sons, Micheal and Danny and to all her family. I cannot imagine a world without her wit, her love, her mischief, her great, great talent and her gift for living. I loved her very much. She was a supreme friend. I shall miss her deeply.”

Mia Farrow: “Tasha is irreplaceable. I cannot think of anyone kinder, more generous, thoughtful, smarter or more fun. She is godmother of two of my children. The Neesons and Vanessa (Redgrave, Richardson’s mother) have always made me feel a part of their wonderful family. My thoughts and prayers are with them.”