United Kingdom, Aug. 23 -- Emily in Paris has suspended filming following the death of assistant director Diego Borella.

The show's assistant director collapsed during filming at the Hotel Danieli in Venice, and he died at the scene, aged 47.

In a statement given to People, a Paramount Television Studios spokesperson said: "We are deeply saddened to confirm the sudden passing of a member of the Emily in Paris production family. Our hearts go out to the individual's family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time."

Borella passed away on Thursday (21.08.25) and his death prompted Netflix to suspend filming for the show's fifth season.

The assistant director - who trained in Rome, London and New York - had been in Italy in r...