Sam Neill

Sir Nigel John Dermot "Sam" Neill, KNZM, OBE (born 14 September 1947) is a Northern Irish-born New Zealand actor.

Sam Neill in 2008

Quotes

• Of all the characters I've played, I think I have more in common with that guy than with Reilly: Ace of Spies", referring to Carl Fitzgerald in Death in Brunswick.
  • Who Weekly (New Zealand); 23 August 1993

• I'm playing a cat burglar. I've made it. This is the high point of my career. I'm really chuffed.
  • Entertainment Weekly; 23 July 1993, Referring to his role on The Simpsons

• I got an Irish passport the other day. I love it. It's the best thing in my pocket.
  • The Irish Times, 13 December 2008