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A versatile actor whose roles went far beyond Jurassic Park - Sam Neill dies aged 78

First publishedJul 13, 05:59 UTC
Last updatedJul 13, 19:00 UTC · 13m ago
55 outletsNYT Home, NBC News, Seattle Times, ABC News, Fox News Latest33 outletsAl Jazeera, CBS News, Washington Post National22 outletsNPR News, New York Post11 outletVariety22 outletsVariety, NYT Home22 outletsCNBC Top News, BBC World11 outletBBC World11 outletCBS News11 outletVariety22 outletsNew York Post, Variety22 outletsNew York Post, Seattle Times11 outletPBS NewsHour
NYT Home9Sam Neill, New Zealand Screen Actor and Leading Man, Dies at 78Open ↗NBC News8Sam Neill, actor known for ‘Jurassic Park,’ dies at 78Open ↗Seattle Times6New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘The Piano,’ dies at 78, his family saysOpen ↗ABC News8‘Jurassic Park’ actor Sam Neill dies at 78Open ↗Fox News Latest6New Zealand actor Sam Neill dies at age 78 after cancer recovery, family saysOpen ↗Al Jazeera7Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill dies aged 78Open ↗CBS News8Sam Neill, "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano" star, dies at 78Open ↗Washington Post National9Sam Neill, versatile actor who starred in ‘Jurassic Park,’ dies at 78Open ↗NPR News9Sam Neill, known for 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano,' dies at 78, his family saysOpen ↗New York Post5‘Jurassic Park’ star Sam Neill was beaming in last public appearances before his death at 78Open ↗Variety6Sam Neill Remembered by ‘Jurassic World Dominion’ Director Colin Trevorrow, ‘Peaky Blinders’ Team and More: ‘His Strength Gave Us All Strength’Open ↗Variety6Sam Neill’s Career in Photos: ‘Jurassic Park,’ ‘The Piano,’ ‘Peaky Blinders’ and MoreOpen ↗NYT Home9Sam Neill, New Zealand Actor Known for ‘Jurassic Park,’ Dies at 78Open ↗CNBC Top News7New Zealand actor Sam Neill dies aged 78Open ↗BBC World9'Hero, legend, sweetheart': Tributes to Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill, who has died aged 78Open ↗BBC World9A versatile actor whose roles went far beyond Jurassic Park - Sam Neill dies aged 78Open ↗CBS News8Sam Neill, who starred in "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," dies at 78Open ↗Variety6Steven Spielberg Praises ‘Jurassic Park’ Star Sam Neill as ‘Exceptionally Collaborative’ in Tribute to Late Actor: He ‘Will Never Be Forgotten’Open ↗New York Post5Laura Dern pays tribute to ‘Jurassic Park’ co-star Sam Neill after his deathOpen ↗Variety6Laura Dern Honors ‘Jurassic Park’ Co-Star Sam Neill as a ‘True and Noble Gentleman’ and ‘My Dream Leading Man’: ‘I Will Love You Forever, Dr. Alan Grant’Open ↗New York Post5Where to Stream ‘Jurassic Park’ In Honor of the Late, Great Sam NeillOpen ↗Seattle Times6Richard E. Grant, Cillian Murphy, Kylie Minogue and more mourn the death of Sam NeillOpen ↗PBS NewsHour8Actor Sam Neill dies at 78Open ↗
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Sam Neill, a famous actor from New Zealand, died at the age of 78 on Monday. He was widely known for his role as Dr. Alan Grant in the movie 'Jurassic Park.' His family announced the sudden passing after he had recovered from cancer.

Reported by 23 outlets — BBC World, NYT Home, NPR News, Washington Post National, PBS NewsHour, and 9 more. See all sources ↓

Sam Neill was an actor from New Zealand. He passed away when he was 78 years old. He is most famous for being in 'Jurassic Park.' He also acted in movies like 'The Piano' and 'Peaky Blinders.'

Why it matters

He was a very talented actor who worked for many years. Many people loved his roles, especially the dinosaur scientist.

In brief
How old was Sam Neill when he died?
He was 78 years old.
What movie is he most known for?
He is best known for 'Jurassic Park'.
Why did he pass away?
His family said it was sudden, but he had recovered from cancer.
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Most outlets focus on his death and fame in 'Jurassic Park,' but some add details about his health (cancer) or mention other famous movies like 'The Piano' and 'Peaky Blinders.'

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    Seattle TimesConfirmed death Monday at 78, family said.
    Fox News LatestDied suddenly at age 78 on Monday.
    Al JazeeraSimple announcement of death at 78.
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    Highlighting 'Jurassic Park' Fame

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    BBC WorldMost associated with Jurassic Park film.
    PBS NewsHourMentioned dodging velociraptors in JP.
    Seattle TimesKnown for 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano'.
    Fox News LatestJP actor died after cancer recovery.
    New York PostBest known for his role in JP.
    Al JazeeraJurassic Park actor dies at 78.
    Washington Post NationalDrew acclaim for roles, best known for Alan Grant.
    NBC NewsActor known for 'Jurassic Park'.
    CNBC Top NewsBest known for playing Dr. Alan Grant in JP.
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    PBS NewsHourMoved from art films to blockbusters (The Piano).
    Seattle TimesKnown for 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano'.
    Washington Post NationalPlayed gruff loners and unhinged villains.
    VarietyRemembered by JP/Peaky Blinders director.
    ABC NewsKnown for roles in 'Jurassic Park' and 'Peaky Blinders'.
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    Fox News LatestDied after recovering from cancer.
    NY NPR NewsDiagnosed with rare blood cancer (lymphoma).
    New York PostWas beaming in last public appearances.
    VarietyTributes mention his strength and tranquility.
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