Sam Neill, the acclaimed New Zealand actor whose career stretched across more than five decades and included unforgettable performances in Jurassic Park, The Piano, Peaky Blinders, and more than 150 film and television productions, has died at the age of 78. His family announced his passing in a statement shared on his Instagram account, saying Neill died on July 13 in Sydney while surrounded by loved ones.

New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for “Jurassic Park” and “The Piano,” died Monday at 78, his family said.

Sam Neill has died at the age of 78 after revealing he was 'cancer--free' just months ago following his long battle with the disease.