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Sam Neill.

New Zealand actor (1947–2026)

'Jurassic Park' Star Sam Neill Dies at 78 After Cancer Battle

Sam Neill, the actor best known for playing paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant in “Jurassic Park,” has died at age 78, his family announced Monday. According to Page Six , Neill died in Sydney, Australia, surrounded by…

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About Sam Neill

Sir Nigel John Dermot "Sam" Neill was a New Zealand actor. Known as a leading man in film and television, he received nominations for three Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. He was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in the 1991 Queen's Birthday Honours for services as an actor.

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Occupation: winegrower, film actor, television actor, film director
Citizenship: New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland
Born: September 14, 1947
Died: July 13, 2026