'A very sad day': Film Commission CEO on the death of Sir Sam Neill
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The film industry is mourning the loss of one of New Zealand's greats, with news of Sir Sam Neill's sudden passing.
His family's confirmed Neill died at a Sydney Hospital, aged 78.
The Northern Ireland-born actor moved to New Zealand in 1954 at age eight - and began his five-decade acting career in the 70s.
He starred in award-winning films and TV in New Zealand and abroad, including Jurassic Park, The Piano and Peaky Blinders.
Film Commission Chief Executive Annie Murray says it's a very sad day.
"He had carved out an international career while he remained very firmly anchored here as a New Zealander - we will be feeling his loss locally, but also internationally."
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