According to reports, Diego Borella, the assistant director on Emily in Paris, tragically passed away at 47 years old. While working on the current season of the popular Netflix series, he suffered a collapse and was later confirmed deceased.
Emily in Paris AD Diego Borella passes away
According to various Italian news sources like La Repubblica, Il Messaggero, and Corriere della Sera, it was reported that Diego Borella passed away in Venice, Italy, on August 21, 2025, at 7 pm local time.
The incident occurred while they were setting up for a crucial scene at Hotel Danieli in Venice, according to recent reports. It’s said that a local physician confirmed the filmmaker passed away due to an unexpected heart attack.
Despite the tireless efforts of the medical team on set to resuscitate Borella, unfortunately, he could not be saved. According to Il Messaggero, production on Emily in Paris Season 5 has temporarily stopped following the demise of Diego.
Who is Diego Borella?
In simpler terms, Borella was a highly esteemed individual who honed his skills not only in Venice but also in Rome, London, and New York. His expertise spanned across visual arts, cinema, and literature. Recently, this 47-year-old artist found himself in Italy for the filming of Emily in Paris’s fifth season.
Lately, the main star of the show, Lily Collins, posted some photos taken on the set. The actress’s post was captioned as “A fun commute to and from work with the best company…
See Lily Collins’s post:
More about Emily in Paris
The TV show “Emily in Paris” is an American romantic comedy drama produced by Darren Star for streaming on Netflix. This series revolves around the life of Emily Cooper, a marketing professional from Chicago, who gets offered a position in Paris to bring an American viewpoint to a French advertising agency.
In a straightforward and engaging manner, the series delves into Emily’s journey as she manages hurdles in her job, relationships, and friendships. Its first episode was released on an online streaming service on October 2, 2020.
The show Emily in Paris has been renewed for a fifth season and is planned to start airing from December 18, 2025.
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