Veteran Actor Sam Neill, Star of Jurassic Park, Dies at 78

Veteran actor Sam Neill has died at the age of 78. He was widely recognized for his role as Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park film series. Neill passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026, in Sydney, Australia, with his family by his side. While no cause of death was immediately provided, Neill had been undergoing treatment for a rare blood cancer, having been diagnosed in 2022/2023, and had recently been declared cancer-free following successful treatment. His extensive career also included acclaimed roles in films like *The Piano*.