Watch CBS News

Sam Neill, who starred in "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," dies at 78

Name: Sam Neill, who starred in "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," dies at 78
Uploaded: 2026-07-13T07:20:00-0400
Duration: 49 s
Description: Actor Sam Neill, who starred in "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at the age of 78, his family said in a statement. Neill had been battling cancer, but his family said he had beaten it and his death was unexpected.

Actor Sam Neill, who starred in "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at the age of 78, his family said in a statement. Neill had been battling cancer, but his family said he had beaten it and his death was unexpected.