Sam Neill, 'Jurassic Park' Star, Dies at 78

Sam Neill, the actor best known for his role as paleontologist Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, has died at age 78. His family announced his passing on July 13, 2026, describing it as 'sudden and unexpected' Source: excelsiormx. Neill had previously battled non-Hodgkin lymphoma but had recently declared himself cancer-free after undergoing gene therapy Source: excelsiormx.

• He died in Sydney, Australia, surrounded by family Source: infobae (EFE).
• Neill's career spanned over five decades and included roles in The Piano, The Hunt for Red October, and Peaky Blinders Source: infobae.
• In addition to acting, he owned vineyards in New Zealand's Otago region Source: excelsiormx.

The cause of death was not disclosed, though the family noted he remained free of cancer at the time.