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‘Emily in Paris’ Assistant Director Diego Borella Dies During Venice Shoot

Authorities outlined the emergency response timeline at the Venice set.

Overview

  • Borella, 47, collapsed during preparations for a final scene inside the Hotel Danieli on August 21.
  • The Venice health service said an ambulance arrived at 18:42 and he was pronounced dead around 19:30 after resuscitation attempts.
  • Italian outlets reported a likely sudden heart attack, though only the on‑scene death has been formally confirmed.
  • Filming was suspended after the incident and multiple outlets reported production resumed by Saturday; the Venice shoot was scheduled August 15–25.
  • Paramount Television Studios issued condolences, and Netflix continues to list Season 5’s December 18 premiere; colleagues noted Borella’s Venetian roots and writing work.