Entertainment · November 6, 2026
Oscar-winning Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio dies at 52
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Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio, who directed the Academy Award-winning film 'A Fantastic Woman,' died on Friday at his home in the Las Condes district of Santiago at the age of 52. His partner, actress Amalia Kassai, announced his death on Instagram, citing health-related complications without providing a specific cause. Lelio was a prominent figure in international cinema, known for films such as 'Gloria,' 'Disobedience,' and 'The Wonder.' Chilean news outlets reported that Kassai contacted authorities after finding Lelio at his residence.
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Sebastián Lelio, Chilean Director of Oscar-Winning ‘A Fantastic Woman,’ Dies at 52
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Sebastián Lelio Dead: Oscar-Winning 'A Fantastic Woman' Filmmaker Was 52
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Sebastián Lelio, director of A Fantastic Woman and Gloria, dies aged 52
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Oscar-winning Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio dies at 52
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Sebastián Lelio died on Friday in Santiago at the age of 52.
- Lelio directed the Oscar-winning film 'A Fantastic Woman.'
- His death was announced by his partner, Amalia Kassai, on Instagram.
- He died at his home in the Las Condes district of Santiago.
- His death was attributed to health-related reasons or complications.
Reported by only some outlets
- Kassai contacted police after Lelio was found at his home.
- Lelio was born in Argentina and moved to Chile at age two.
- Lelio attended the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
- Lelio's body of work includes 'Gloria' (2013), 'Disobedience' (2017), and 'The Wonder' (2022).
- He directed the English-language remake 'Gloria Bell' starring Julianne Moore.
Confirmed
- Sebastián Lelio died on Friday in Santiago at age 52.
- His partner, Amalia Kassai, announced the death via social media.
- The death occurred at his home in Las Condes.
- Lelio was the director of the Oscar-winning film 'A Fantastic Woman.'
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