Sam Neill Biography 2024 Age, Height, Weight, Net Worth, Salary, Born, Family

Sam Neill Biography:- Sir Nigel John Dermot “Sam” Neill KNZM OBE born 14 September 1947 is a renowned New Zealand actor and vintner. His impressive career spans both dramatic and blockbuster films, earning him recognition as an “international leading man” and one of the most versatile actors of his generation. Born in Omagh, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, Neill relocated to Christchurch, New Zealand, with his family in 1954. He gained early acclaim for his role in the 1977 film Sleeping Dogs, followed by leading performances in My Brilliant Career (1979), Omen III: The Final Conflict, Possession (both 1981), Evil Angels (1988), Dead Calm (1989), 

Sam Neill Biography 2024

Sir Nigel John Dermot “Sam” Neill KNZM OBE is a New Zealand actor and vintner. Neill’s career has included leading roles in both dramas and blockbusters. Considered an “international leading man”, he is regarded as one of the most versatile actors of his generation.

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  • Born: 14 September 1947 (age 77 years), Omagh, United Kingdom
  • Spouse: Noriko Watanabe (m. 1989–2017)
  • Children: Elena Neill, Tim Neill
  • Height: 1.82 m
  • Parents: Dermot Neill, Priscilla Neill
  • Siblings: Michael Neill

Sam Neill Biography 2024 Details

Born
Nigel John Dermot Neill

14 September 1947 (age 77)

Omagh, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Citizenship
  • New Zealand
  • United Kingdom
  • Ireland
Education
  • University of Canterbury
  • Victoria University of Wellington
OccupationActor
Years active1970–present
Spouse
Noriko Watanabe

(m. 1989; sep. 2017)

Children4
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Early Life

Neill was born in Omagh, Northern Ireland, to Priscilla Beatrice (née Ingham) and Dermot Neill. His father, a second-generation New Zealander and army officer, was stationed in Northern Ireland at the time of his birth, while his mother was English. Neill’s great-grandfather, Percival “Percy” Neill, moved from Belfast to Melbourne before settling in Dunedin, New Zealand, where he worked as a wine merchant. In 1954, the Neill family moved to Christchurch, New Zealand, where they lived in Cashmere. Sam attended Cashmere Primary School and then Medbury School, a private preparatory institution. 

At school, he began calling himself “Sam” to distinguish himself from several classmates named Nigel, as he felt “Nigel” sounded too effete for a New Zealand playground. From 1961, he attended Christ’s College in Christchurch and later studied at the University of Canterbury. Unsure of his career path, he considered law but initially struggled, failing all four law units in his first year. During this time, he participated in several plays, including A Midsummer Night’s Dream, directed by Ngaio Marsh. 

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Sam Neill Facts & Wiki

Birth Date
14-9-1947
Heritage/origin
English
Ethnicity
White
Religion – believes in God?
Roman Catholic
Residence
He owns a house in London, England, United Kingdom.

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Sam Neill Net Worth, Salary, Cars & Houses

Estimated Net Worth
$18 million
Yearly Salary
N/A
Colleagues
Laura Dern & Jeff Goldblum

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Sam Neill: Wife, Dating, Family & Friends

Relationship status
Married (Since 1989)
Sexuality
Straight
Current Wife of Sam Neill
Noriko Watanabe
Ex-girlfriends or ex-wives
Lisa Harrow
Has any kids?
Yes, father of: Tim, Elena

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Family

Names of father, mother, kids, brothers & sisters:

  • Dermot Neill (Father)
  • Elena Neill (Daughter)
  • Tim Neill (Son)

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Height, Weight, Body Measurements, Tattoos, Skin, Hair & Eye Color

Hair color
Dark brown
Hair type
Straight
Hair Length
short hair
Hairstyle
alternative
Distinct feature
eye color
Skin Tone/Complexion
Type I: Light skin
Skin Type
Normal
Beard or Mustache
Beardless
Eye Color
Light Blue
Height
184 cm
Weight
70 kilo
Feet size
N/A
Does Sam Neill smoke?
No, never
Does Sam Neill have a tattoo?
No
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