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Emmy Award-winning cinematographer Ross McDonnell, who went missing on November 4, is being remembered by family and friends after his dismembered body was found on Breezy Point Beach in Queens, New York. .
deadline report McDonnell, who won an Emmy Award in 2021 for Best Cinematography for Showtime’s “The Trade,” went missing on Nov. 4 after riding her bicycle near her home in Bed-Stuy.
McDonnell’s bike was found at Fort Tilden Beach in Queens. It was locked, further deepening the mystery.
On November 17, his body was found without his head and arms, and the mystery ended. Initial identification was reportedly based on his distinctive birthmark and the red swimming trunks he was known to frequently wear. Other clothing items were also found on the beach, suggesting that he may have gone swimming and drowned.
The condition of his body is theorized to be due to sharp rocks and marine life. There is no suspicion of foul play.
Mr McDonnell, 44, who was born in Ireland, was mourned by his family on the 19th. Rip.iewhere he was remembered as “the beloved son of Maureen and Nicky, beloved brother of Louise, and cherished uncle of Eva.”
“He will be greatly missed by his loving parents, sister, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and many dear friends LJ and his colleagues in Ireland, the US and around the world. ” the notice continued. , ends with the news that a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Alongside his film work, McDonnell was also an acclaimed photographer who published his first book, Joyrider, two years ago.
