Actress Natalie Wood may have passed away 43 years ago, but her daughter, Natasha Gregson Wagner, believes her mother’s legacy is still powerful today. In an interview with People magazine, Natasha shared how her late mother continues to inspire people worldwide.
Natalie Wood’s Lasting Legacy
Natasha expressed amazement at how people still admire her mother, who starred in classics like Rebel Without a Cause, West Side Story, and Splendor in the Grass. “It’s unbelievable that there’s still a relevancy to her all these years later,” Natasha said. She noted that fans feel a deep connection to Natalie, often approaching her during book tours and sharing heartfelt stories.
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In 2020, Natasha released a memoir titled More Than Love, reflecting on her mother’s life and career. Later, she co-produced an HBO documentary, Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind, which offered an intimate look into the actress’s life and tragic passing.
Natalie Wood passed away on November 29, 1981, in a drowning incident when Natasha was only 11 years old. The loss deeply affected her, but over the years, Natasha has worked to preserve her mother’s memory. The HBO documentary even included an emotional interview with Robert Wagner, Natalie’s husband at the time of her death, discussing the tragic night.
Natasha admitted that embracing her mother’s legacy wasn’t always easy. “If someone had told me 10 years ago that I’d be doing this, I would’ve laughed,” she said. However, she eventually accepted her role in honoring her mother’s impact on Hollywood and fans worldwide.
Natalie Wood’s films remain iconic and influential. Movies like Rebel Without a Cause and West Side Story continue to captivate audiences and shape Hollywood’s history. Natasha takes pride in the fact that her mother’s work has touched countless lives.
