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Emmy-winning editor Elena Maganini dies at 70

Maganini won an Emmy for editing the pilot of 'Dexter' and worked on films by director John McNaughton.

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At a glance

  • Maganini won an Emmy for editing the 'Dexter' pilot
  • She edited films for director John McNaughton
  • She was born in Chicago and studied at University of Illinois and Columbia College

Elena Maganini, a television and film editor, died on October 21 in Burbank from complications of breast cancer. She was 70.

Maganini won an Emmy Award for editing the pilot episode of the series 'Dexter'. She also edited several films for director John McNaughton. Born in Chicago, she studied at the University of Illinois and Columbia College.

Why it matters

Maganini was a recognised figure in television and film editing, with her work on 'Dexter' earning industry recognition.

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