On March 18, 2008, film director Anthony Minghella died of a brain hemorrhage.
Death
According to Minghella's publicist, Leslee Dart, the director underwent surgery for tonsil and neck cancer the week prior to his death.The Independent: Oscar-winner Minghella dies after cancer op(March 18, 2008)
Because his prognosis looked good following the surgery, Minghella's sudden passing came as a shock to many of his colleagues. Actors Jude Law, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Kevin Spacey expressed grief upon hearing the news, praising Minghella as a "brilliant" and "sweet" person.BBC: Director Anthony Minghella dies (March 18, 2008)
Minghella died at London's Charing Cross Hospital. He was 54.
