Oscar-winning director Sebastián Lelio died at age 52.

The film world was shaken by the news of the death of Oscar‑winning Chilean director Sebastián Lelio.“A Fantastic Woman” (Wonderful Woman)The 52‑year‑old director, who achieved international success with his film, died in his home in Santiago, the capital of Chile.

Lelio's lifeless body, reported to have died at noon on Friday, was found by his long‑time acting partner Amalia Kassai. His family said he had died from health problems, but details of his illness were not disclosed.

Emotional Farewell from Family and Partner

In a statement released by Sebastián Lelio's family, they expressed deep sorrow and requested respect for the family's privacy.

In the description, Lelio is emphasized as a valuable figure who made important contributions to Chilean culture.A great person who made significant contributions to Chilean culture at crucial turning points in our country's history.Space was given to their statements.

The director's long-term partner Amalia Kassai posted an emotional message from her social media account. Kassai, Lelio,To many, he was an important person. I love you in this life and in all my future lives.He bid farewell with his words.

He was involved in the preparations of the new film.

Throughout his career"Gloria", "The Wonder", "Disobedience" and "The Year of the Tiger"He worked with world-renowned actors such as Lelio, Julianne Moore, Rachel Weisz, and Florence Pugh, who had signed on to notable projects like these.

While he was losing his life, Alejandro Zambra's"Chilean Poet"the director working on the film adapted from the novel titled “Voyagerswas planned to be directed by the filmmaker who will share the lead roles with Andrew Garfield and Daisy Edgar-Jones.

He had won an Oscar for his work in Chile

Sebastián Lelio, who directed"A Fantastic Woman" in 2018He had won the Oscar for Best International Feature Film with his film. The film, which deals with the social prejudices and struggles faced by a trans woman, had been recorded as one of Chile's most significant achievements in cinema history.

The Oscar won by Lelio had brought Chile its second Oscar in cinema.