Jurassic Park Actor Sam Neill Dies Aged 78
Tributes have poured in for Sam Neill, the New Zealand actor best known for Jurassic Park, who has died at the age of 78 after what friends called a sudden and unexpected passing.
Sam Neill, the acclaimed New Zealand actor best known as Dr Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, has died aged 78. Friends and colleagues described his passing as sudden and unexpected.
Politicians, film stars and fans remembered him as a warm and generous presence on and off screen.
A wide ranging career
Neill built a career that stretched far beyond the dinosaurs that made him a household name.
Tributes
Tributes hailed him as a hero, a legend and a sweetheart, with many recalling his humour and his devotion to his home country. Fellow actors praised his craft and the ease he brought to every set.
A lasting legacy
Beyond acting, Neill was known for his vineyard and his candid writing about his own life. His performances will keep introducing new audiences to his work for years to come.
