Actor Sam Neill, famous for his roles in Jurassic Park and Hunt for the Red October, has died aged 78.
A statement posted to Instagram read: “It is with immense sadness that the whānau (family) of Sam Neill share the news of his passing on Monday 13th July, in Sydney Australia.”
“Sam was surrounded by family and passed with the dignity that has characterised his whole life.”
The statement continued: “The loss was sudden and unexpected but blessed by the fact that Sam remained cancer free.
“They would like to express their deepest gratitude to the staff at St Vincent’s Private Hospital for their incredible care.
“More details will be shared later, but for now, on behalf of the family, we ask that you respect their privacy as they navigate this immeasurable loss.”
Here are 10 quotes from the actor about life, acting and his role on The Simpsons.
5. On who would play him in a film of his life... (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for Empire State Realty Trust)
"Tilda Swinton." | Getty Images for Empire State Re
6. On The Simpsons.... (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images for AFI)
"I'm playing a cat burglar. I've made it. This is the high point of my career. I'm really chuffed". | Getty Images for AFI
7. On life...(Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)
“You are unique. There is only one you. And that is you there, right here, for better or worse. Except that there is no better, and there is no worse. It’s just you.” | Getty Images
8. On friendship... (Photo by ShowbizIreland/Getty Images)
"If I've made a film that turns out to be good, that's a good result. If I've made a film that's good and made a couple of friends, that's a great result. If I've made a film that's no good, but I made a friend, that's still another great result.” | Getty Images