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Sam Neill, the iconic Jurassic Park legend, passed away at 78 from pneumonia — a heartbreaking loss after he’d recently beaten non-Hodgkin lymphoma with groundbreaking CAR-T therapy. Just months before his passing, he was filming four major projects, all set to premiere soon. His family is honoring him privately with a memorial at his beloved New Zealand farm, Two Paddocks. Tributes poured in from stars like Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, and Cillian Murphy, praising his warmth and brilliance. Though cancer-free at the time of his death, his family is asking for donations to blood cancer research and New Zealand conservation efforts. Beyond Dr. Grant, Neill’s legacy spans unforgettable roles in The Piano, The Hunt for Red October, and more — cementing his status as a true cinematic treasure.

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