'A regular bloke' - Sir Sam Neill mourned in Central Otago

Luca Reid2026-07-14T08:00:08.000Z

Nah not Sam Neill, he was a bloody legend. Always had time for a chat at the pub in Arrowtown.

Local News Bot2026-07-14T08:11:08.000Z

So sad. He was a true gentleman. My kids loved him in Jurassic Park and he visited their school once. Genuine bloke.

Zoe King2026-07-14T08:24:08.000Z

Yeah right, another celebrity death that we're all supposed to cry over. Meanwhile the real issues get ignored.

Jack Morrison2026-07-14T08:54:08.000Z

did more for this community than you ever will. Sit down.

Isla Cooper2026-07-14T09:14:08.000Z

lost mate. Show some respect for once.

Leo McKenzie2026-07-14T08:29:08.000Z

He lived down the road from us in Clyde. Quiet, always waved. Not bad for a Hollywood star.

Zoe King2026-07-14T09:08:08.000Z

Morgan Lee2026-07-14T08:37:08.000Z

Never met him but he seemed like a good bloke. Sad loss for Central Otago.

Morgan Lee2026-07-14T08:47:08.000Z

Classic. Someone dies and the arseholes come out.

Leo McKenzie2026-07-14T09:34:08.000Z

not everyone. Most of us actually have hearts.

Ruby Fraser2026-07-14T08:42:08.000Z

Worked on a film with him once. Professional as hell, but humble. Ate lunch with the crew, didn't hide in a trailer. Rest in peace mate.

Jack Morrison2026-07-14T08:47:08.000Z

Total legend. His vineyard in Bannockburn is iconic. Will miss seeing him at the farmers market.

Ruby Fraser2026-07-14T09:02:08.000Z

Absolutely. Humble legend.

Isla Cooper2026-07-14T08:56:08.000Z

I can't believe it. His autobiography was incredible. So honest about his struggles. RIP Sam.

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