Fifty Shades sequels director James Foley dies aged 71

Director James Foley arriving for the Fifty Shades Darker European premiere held at Odeon Leicester Square, London (Ian West/PA)

Fifty Shades Of Grey sequels director James Foley has died aged 71 after being diagnosed with brain cancer a year ago.

The American filmmaker, known for Glengarry Glen Ross, Fear, and The Corruptor, died peacefully in his sleep earlier this week, a statement from a rep confirmed.