New Zealand actor Sam Neill died at the age of 78 on July 13, 2026, after recovering from cancer, as announced by his family. Neill passed away in Sydney, Australia, surrounded by family. In a statement shared on Neill's Instagram page, his family expressed their sadness and noted that his passing was sudden and unexpected, although he had remained cancer-free. Neill had previously announced in April that he was cancer-free after treatment for stage-three blood cancer. His family requested privacy as they cope with their loss and mentioned that more details would be shared later. Neill was well-known for his role as Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park franchise and appeared in various other films, including The Piano and Event Horizon.
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Sam Neill, New Zealand actor, dies at 78
Sam Neill, a New Zealand actor known for his role in the Jurassic Park franchise, passed away at the age of 78 on July 13, 2026, after recovering from cancer. His family announced his death, stating it was sudden but he had remained cancer-free.
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