New Zealand actor
Born: September 14, 1947
Sam Neill, born Nigel John Dermot Neill on September 14, 1947, in Omagh, Northern Ireland, is a renowned New Zealand actor with a prolific career spanning over four decades. He moved to New Zealand during his childhood and eventually became a naturalized citizen.
Neill’s breakthrough came in the late 1970s with his role in the New Zealand film “Sleeping Dogs.” He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Dr. Alan Grant in Steven Spielberg’s blockbuster “Jurassic Park” (1993) and its sequels.
Throughout his career, Neill has showcased his versatility, starring in a wide range of films and television series, including “The Piano” (1993), “The Hunt for Red October” (1990), and “Peaky Blinders” (2019). His exceptional acting talent has earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards.
Beyond acting, Neill has a passion for winemaking and owns Two Paddocks, a vineyard in New Zealand. He is also an advocate for environmental conservation.
Sam Neill’s enduring presence in the entertainment industry and his contributions to both film and television continue to make him a respected and beloved figure in the world of entertainment.
Sam Neill’s 5 most popular quotes
- No intelligent man wears a moustache voluntarily – you can write that down.
- I understand acting and I understand actors. I don’t really understand the world of celebrity. That’s just bizarre. Those sorts of elements I’m at sea with.
- As much as possible, I try to encourage people to use stunt men because that is really their job.
- When I left university I was working for a documentary film company for six or seven years to the great relief of my father whose greatest waking fear was that I would become an actor.
- I think you need brains to do any Shakespeare with any authority. I could do Shakespeare, but not with any authority.
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