Tributes to Jurassic Park actor following his death aged 78
Actor Sam Neill, best known for his role in Jurassic Park, has passed away at the age of 78. Tributes have poured in from world leaders and colleagues, remembering him as a talented and decent individual.
Why it matters
As a prominent figure in global cinema, his death marks the loss of a significant cultural icon.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Tinshui Yeung Reuters Neill had been treated for cancer in recent years, but was "cancer free" at the time of his death, his family said Tributes have been paid to actor Sam Neill, famed for his starring role in Jurassic Park, following his death at the age of 78.
The news was announced by his family , who said his death in Sydney, Australia, was "sudden and unexpected".
Neill played Dr Alan Grant in Jurassic Park and also appeared in films including The Piano, The Hunt for Red October, Dead Calm and Event Horizon, as well as BBC TV drama Peaky Blinders.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon described him as "one of the greats", while Australian actress Toni Collette wrote : "I love you, dear Sam. You hero. You legend. You sweetheart. Our great friend. You are already missed so very much."
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