# Sam Neill’s Humble Act of Kindness | Australia News

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Podcast: [Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/australia-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569932)
Published: 2026-07-13T09:18:55+00:00
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Sam Neill’s kindness shone through in a heartwarming story from an extra on his show “The Twelve.” When actor Chris Thomas walked off set during a rough patch, Neill personally tracked him down—not to yell, but to send a heartfelt text praising his dedication, apologizing for the unfairness of the moment, and signing off simply as “Sam N.” The gesture, rooted in humility and genuine care, deepened Thomas’s respect for Neill. Neill, who passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones after battling blood cancer, left behind a legacy not just as a brilliant actor, but as a deeply humane man. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3519212e583c5197

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