Oscar-winning Chilean director Sebastian Lelio has died aged 52 following health complications, his partner announced. He was reportedly found dead at home.
Acclaimed career and award-winning film
Lelio won an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film for his 2017 movie A Fantastic Woman. The film follows a young trans woman living in Santiago.
He also directed films such as The Wave and The Wonder.
Family statement and request for privacy
His partner, actress Amalia Kassai, announced his death in a post on Instagram. She wrote: "With great sadness, we announce the death, following health complications, of Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio."
She added: "We are going through a time of profound grief, and his memory will remain with us forever. He was a wonderful person who made significant contributions to Chilean culture at important moments in its history. As a family, we ask for privacy and consideration during these difficult times."
