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Sam Neill - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 14, 1947 |
|---|---|
| Age | 78 |
| Birthplace | Omagh, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Sam Neill's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park film series and notable roles in films such as The Piano, Hunt for the Wilderpeople, and on TV in Peaky Blinders. |
Intro
Sam Neill is a Northern Irish-born New Zealand actor, director, producer, and writer, best known internationally for his role as Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park film series.
Early Life & Background
Sam Neill was born to Priscilla Beatrice and Dermot Neill in Omagh, Northern Ireland. His family moved to New Zealand when he was seven years old, where he attended boarding school and later studied at the University of Canterbury and Victoria University in Wellington.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role in 'Sleeping Dogs' (1977), a landmark film in New Zealand cinema.
- Gained international fame as Dr. Alan Grant in 'Jurassic Park' (1993) and its sequels.
- Acclaimed performance in 'The Piano' (1993), winner of the Palme d'Or at Cannes.
- Notable TV roles, including Cardinal Thomas Wolsey in 'The Tudors' and Major Chester Campbell in 'Peaky Blinders'.
- Recipient of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to acting.
Trivia
- Owns a vineyard in Central Otago, New Zealand called Two Paddocks.
- Originally considered for the role of James Bond in the 1980s.
- Appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1991.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Sam Neill?
Sam Neill is 78 years old.
When was Sam Neill born?
Sam Neill was born the 14 September 1947.
Where is Sam Neill from?
Omagh, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
On His Birth-Day
About September 14th, 1947, in brief:
- Historical events: Actor Sam Neill was born on September 14, 1947, in Omagh, Northern Ireland. He is known for his roles in various films and television series, including 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano.'
- Day of the week: September 14th, 1947 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Feudin' and Fightin' by Bing Crosby
- Popular movie: The Fugitive directed by John Ford
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