Emmy Winning Filmmaker Ross McDonnell's Tragic Death Shocks Family and Industry

Emmy-winning filmmaker Ross McDonnell has been confirmed dead by his family after remains, including a headless and armless body, were found on a beach in Queens, New York City. McDonnell had been missing since November 4, and his bike was later discovered locked up at Fort Tilden Beach. McDonnell, originally from Dublin, Ireland, won an Emmy for cinematography in 2021 and was known for his work on Showtime's "The Trade" and Matthew Heineman's Covid documentary, "The First Wave." He is survived by his parents, sister, and niece.