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

The News

Sam Neill, the New Zealand actor known for his role in Jurassic Park, has died. His agent confirmed the cause of death as pneumonia. Neill had previously been treated for lymphoma and had recovered before falling ill. The announcement came via a statement from his agent.

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Sam Neill is a New Zealand actor known for his role in Jurassic Park.

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Sam Neill had previously fought and beaten lymphoma.

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Plain English

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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Sam Neill had previously fought and beaten lymphoma.

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This is the author's opinion, not a factual claim
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Sam Neill fell ill after recovering from lymphoma.

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Sam Neill is a New Zealand actor known for his role in Jurassic Park.

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