Hollywood industry is still mourning the loss of legendary actor Sam Neill. The actor, who was widely known for his role as ‘Dr Alan Grant’ in the American sci-fi adventure film, Jurassic Park, passed away at the age of 78. According to reports, Sam took his last breath on July 13, 2026. The devastating news of his death was announced by his family, who have described the demise as ‘sudden’ and ‘unexpected.’ A while back, Sam’s representative confirmed the cause of his sudden death.
Sam Neill dies of pneumonia at the age of 78
During a conversation with People, Sam’s representative confirmed that it was not cancer but pneumonia that led to his sudden death. The rep also mentioned that before becoming sick, the Jurassic Park actor fought and beat lymphoma through a new kind of treatment called CAR-T therapy. In the past 12 months, Sam filmed four projects back-to-back and also ran his winery, Two Paddocks, shared his representative. Sam’s family will hold a private family memorial at his New Zealand farm at a later date. Speaking to People, Sam’s representative said:
“Prior to becoming sick, Sam had valiantly fought and beaten lymphoma through a new treatment called CAR-T therapy. I’d like to thank those who were truly close to Sam for considering his privacy with the respect he earned and his loved ones need and deserve during this immeasurably difficult time.”
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