Sam Neill, Jurassic Park Icon, Passes at 78 | Sacramento News

Sacramento News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 13, 2026 · 1m

Veteran actor Sam Neill, beloved for his iconic role as Alan Grant in Jurassic Park and celebrated for his diverse film career including The Piano and Event Horizon, has died at 78. Diagnosed with a rare form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma earlier this year, Neill had announced remission before his sudden, peaceful passing surrounded by family. A knighted vintner and memoirist, he was a trailblazer for Australian and New Zealand cinema, earning global acclaim for his talent and grace. Tributes poured in from world leaders, honoring his legacy as a transformative force in film and a devoted friend to…