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Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill dies aged 78
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Al Jazeera Staff
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Renowned New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for his roles in Jurassic Park and The Piano, has died at age 78. His family described the death as sudden and unexpected, noting he had previously been treated for a rare form of lymphoma.
Why it matters
Sam Neill was a significant figure in international cinema, and his passing marks the loss of a major cultural contributor to the Australian and New Zealand film industries.
Death of New Zealand actor in Sydney was ‘sudden and unexpected’, according to a family statement.
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