Assistant Director of “Emily in Paris” Dies on Set in Venice

Diego Borella, an assistant director working on the popular series “Emily in Paris,” tragically passed away after collapsing during filming in Venice, Italy. The 47-year-old experienced a sudden heart attack while on location at the Hotel Danieli. Despite immediate medical efforts, he was unable to be revived and was pronounced deceased in the evening.

Eyewitnesses reported that medics arrived at the scene shortly after his collapse and attempted resuscitation, but ultimately couldn’t save him. His death prompted a halt in the production of the show’s final episode, though filming resumed two days later.

During production, Borella was scheduled to complete filming the season’s concluding scenes. His colleagues and the cast, including star Lily Collins, expressed condolences following the news, with Collins sharing behind-the-scenes moments from the shoot.

Diego Borella in a blue shirt — Borella, born in Venice, worked across major cities like London, New York, and Rome. He was also known for his talents in poetry and storytelling.

Borella’s career was distinguished by international work and creative pursuits beyond television, including writing poetry and children’s stories. He was reportedly set to wrap up filming on “Emily in Paris” by Monday, with plans to complete the season’s final scenes.

A boat in Italy — The series, known for its fashion and romantic storylines, premiered in 2020 and follows Emily, a young American navigating her career and love life in Paris.

The fifth season is scheduled for release in December. Prior to his death, Collins shared behind-the-scenes moments on social media, highlighting the camaraderie among the cast and crew as they prepared for the show’s upcoming installment.