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Sam Neill’s Cause of Death Was Pneumonia, Actor’s Agent Confirms

Beloved New Zealand actor Sam Neill died of pneumonia, his agent confirmed, after previously battling lymphoma, according to a statement from his family.

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Jurassic Park star Sam Neill died from pneumonia, agent says

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The beloved New Zealand actor best known for his turn in “Jurassic Park” had “fought and beaten” lymphoma before he fell ill, according to a statement.

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News24 Published 16 July 2026

Sam Neill died of pneumonia, agent confirms, as family plans private funeral

“Jurassic Park” star Sam Neill died of pneumonia, his agent said Thursday, in a message aimed at providing clarity to fans.

NYT Published 16 July 2026

Sam Neill’s Cause of Death Was Pneumonia, Actor’s Agent Confirms

The beloved New Zealand actor best known for his turn in “Jurassic Park” had “fought and beaten” lymphoma before he fell ill, according to a statement.

Sky Published 16 July 2026

Jurassic Park star Sam Neill died from pneumonia, agent says

Jurassic Park and Peaky Blinders star Sam Neill died from pneumonia after beating cancer, his agent said.

BBC Published 16 July 2026

Actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia, agent confirms

Neill died in Sydney on Monday, with his family saying his death was 'sudden and unexpected'.

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