Remembering blockbuster actor Sam Neill: Onscreen star & advocate for blood cancer treatment funding

Sam Neill, the New Zealand actor best known for his leading role in the blockbuster Jurassic Park franchise, has died at the age of 78. A spokesperson for Neill’s family confirmed he passed away on Monday surrounded by his family. It followed the actor’s recent revelation he was living cancer-free after being diagnosed with blood cancer in March 2022. Connect with 7NEWS Spotlight online Visit 🔗https://7news.com.au/spotlight 7NEWS Spotlight Podcast 🎧 http://smarturl.it/7NewsSpotlight Facebook   / 7newsspotlight   Instagram   / 7newsspotlight   TikTok   / 7news.spotlight   7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands, including Sunrise, The Morning Show and 7NEWS.com.au, delivering unique, engaging and continuous coverage on the issues that matter most to Australians. Watch 7NEWS nightly at 6pm and weekdays at 12pm and 4pm on Channel 7 and 7plus.