Legendary New Zealand actor Sam Neill, who starred in ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘Peaky Blinders,’ died Monday in Sydney, Australia at age 78, his family mentioned.
“It is with immense sadness that the whānau of Sam Neill share the news of his passing,” mentioned the assertion posted to the actor’s Instagram web page, utilizing the Māori phrase for prolonged family or neighborhood.
“The loss was sudden and unexpected but blessed by the fact that Sam remained cancer free,” mentioned the assertion.
Neill had battled a uncommon and aggressive type of blood most cancers however revealed in April he was cancer free.
“Sam was surrounded by family and passed with the dignity that has characterized his whole life,” mentioned the assertion. “The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the staff at St Vincent’s Private Hospital for their incredible care.”
“More details will be shared later, but for now, on behalf of the family, we ask that you respect their privacy as they navigate this immeasurable loss.”
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