New Zealand actor Sam Neill has died at the age of 78 in Sydney, according to a statement from his family, which described his death as sudden and unexpected. The family also said he remained cancer-free following his previous battle with blood cancer.
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• Signature role: Neill became a global star as Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park franchise and also appeared in The Piano, The Hunt for Red October, and Event Horizon.
• Career: His career spanned more than five decades, with acclaimed performances across film and television in both New Zealand and Hollywood.
• Health: Neill had previously announced he was cancer-free after undergoing experimental treatment for a rare form of blood cancer.
• Family statement: His family said he died surrounded by loved ones and asked for privacy, adding that further details would be shared later.
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The family has not yet announced funeral arrangements.
