Vanessa Redgrave, 87, Sends 'All My Love' in Rare Video Message for the Holidays

Joely Richardson shared a heartfelt video of her mother, Vanessa Redgrave, 87, wishing seasonal joy to those affected by war around the world, PEOPLE reported.

On December 24, 2024, Joely posted the touching video on Instagram. In the clip, Vanessa Redgrave expressed her gratitude for the chance to extend her love to mothers, children, and babies suffering due to conflicts globally.

"I’m so grateful for this opportunity to send all my love to all the mothers and children and babies who are suffering from war in many countries of this world," Vanessa shared emotionally. She blew a kiss to the camera and added, "I send my love — it can't do anything for you. I wish it could. Bless you. Thank you for your love, and I send you every bit I've got, except for the bit I save for my family."

Joely, 59, captioned the video with a touching inquiry: "I asked my Ma if she’d like to send a message for this time of year…. #love #everyonesfamily #everylifecounts." In her comment, she also shared, "Love to all people." Joely received warm holiday greetings from fellow actress Melanie Griffith, 67, who wrote, "Happy Christmas to you and your Mama Joely."

Vanessa Redgrave is a celebrated actress and has garnered an Academy Award, Tony Award, and Olivier Award during her illustrious career. She is recognized not only for her acting but also for her activism. Her directorial debut, "Sea Sorrow" (2017), explores the ongoing migrant crisis in Europe.

Dame Vanessa Redgrave most recently appeared with Joely at the Roksanda Spring 2025 ready-to-wear show in September. This event marked one of the rare public outings for the iconic actress.

Vanessa shares Joely and her late daughter, Natasha Richardson, with her ex-husband Tony Richardson. She is also the mother of Carlo Gabriel Nero, her son with husband Franco Nero.

Earlier, SSP wrote that Kaley Cuoco celebrated Christmas with Tom Pelphrey and her daughter Matilda.