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For millions, Neill will always be Dr. Alan Grant, the reluctant hero staring up in awe at a living dinosaur, embodying wonder and fear in a single breath. Yet his true legacy reaches far beyond a single franchise: a lifetime of nuanced performances, quiet kindness, and resilient courage in the face of illness. As tributes pour in, it becomes clear that Sam Neill did more than entertain. He helped people feel less alone in a vast, unpredictable world.