Sam Neill, the actor best known for Steven Spielberg’s iconic Jurassic Park franchise, is no more. After battling cancer for years and eventually beating it just a few months ago, the actor’s body gave way. Neill died unexpectedly at the age of 78 on July 13, 2026, leaving Hollywood in shock.
Just days after what would become his final public appearance, Sam Neill celebrated another career milestone on Instagram.
Sam Neill was ‘very happy’ after receiving one final career honor
Less than a month before his death, Neill revealed that he had been nominated for the Silver Logie Award for Best Lead Actor in a Drama for his performance in The Twelve Season 3. The Australian television awards are scheduled to take place next month.
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