Oscar-winning director found dead at 52, actress partner writes heartbreaking tribute
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Key Points:
- Sebastián Lelio, the Oscar-winning Chilean director of "A Fantastic Woman," has died at the age of 52, with his partner Amalia Kassai discovering him at their home in Santiago.
- Lelio passed away due to unspecified health complications, and his family has requested privacy during this difficult time.
- Kassai shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, expressing deep love and mourning for Lelio, highlighting his significant impact on those around him.
- At the time of his death, Lelio was working on an adaptation of Alejandro Zambra’s novel "Chilean Poet" and preparing the film "Voyagers" starring Andrew Garfield and Daisy Edgar-Jones.
- Lelio was renowned for films including "The Year of the Tiger," "Gloria," "Disobedience," and "The Wonder," and had collaborated with prominent actresses such as Julianne Moore and Florence Pugh.
