David Lynch, the acclaimed director known for “Twin Peaks” and “Blue Velvet,” has passed away at 78, as announced by his family on social media. Lynch had been struggling with emphysema and was confined to his home during his illness. In a heartfelt Facebook post, his family expressed their grief, stating, “There is a huge hole in the world now that he is gone.” Lynch is survived by his wife and three children. Fans and fellow artists shared an outpouring of love and condolences, highlighting his immense influence on art and cinema, with many calling him a transformative figure in the industry.
Twin Peaks director David Lynch has died at the age of 78.
The family of the four-time Oscar-nominated filmmaker announced the shocking news via social media on Thursday.
Lynch, best known for directing the iconic television series and film Blue Velvet, had recently been battling ill health and was confined to his home due to emphysema.
In a post shared on Facebook, his loved ones wrote: “It is with great sadness that we, and his family, announce the passing of this man and artist, David Lynch. ” he wrote.
“We ask that you respect our privacy at this time. There is a huge hole in the world now that he is gone.”
But as he says, “Keep your eyes on the donut, not the hole.” “It’s a beautiful day with golden sunshine and blue skies that last forever,” they concluded.
Lynch is survived by his wife, Emily Stoffle, and three children, Jennifer Lynch, Austin Jack Lynch, and Riley Lynch.
Four-time Oscar-nominated film director David Lynch has died at the age of 78. seen in 2019
Following the announcement, fans shared their condolences to his family and their love for his unique dark vision.
“We love you so much, David Lynch! You are a source of inspiration to many and, speaking personally, you have changed my outlook on art, spirituality, and life in general. Thank you,” one person commented.
Another said: “David was one of my biggest artistic inspirations and I will always be grateful for that. I will miss him terribly but he will always be remembered. He has made some of the best movies and television of all time, and we are so lucky to have shared our time on earth with him.”
“I don’t think icons are enough to describe David Lynch. Thank you for all the light he brought into this world. Always marching to the beat of your own drum and daring to be different.” He gave us all hope. He will be sorely missed,” a third person expressed.
American director and actor Harmony Korine was one of the first to react to the news.
“David Lynch was one of our greatest artists, a Mount Rushmore-level director, and the GOAT. He changed the lives of so many people. There will never be another like him. Yeah, because he was making a movie at a time in history where nothing like that had ever happened before,” he told IndieWire.
Jeremy O. Harris reposted the news on Like a cartographer, you created your own maps and in doing so helped the world navigate their maps. Thank you for your gifts and dreams. #RIP. ‘
James Gunn tweeted: “Rest in peace, David Lynch.” You have been an inspiration to many of us. ❤️”
The four-time Oscar-nominated filmmaker’s family announced the shocking news via social media on Thursday.
In a post shared on Facebook, his loved ones wrote: “It is with great regret that we, and his family, announce the passing of this man and artist, David Lynch. ” he wrote.
In an interview with Sight & Sound just five months ago, Lynch said he developed emphysema “from smoking for so long.”
“Whether I like it or not, I’m stuck at home,” Lynch said. I can’t go out. And you can only walk a short distance before you run out of oxygen. ”
The Blue Velvet and Twin Peaks director got serious, saying it was his love of tobacco that got him to this position.
“Smoking was something I loved, but it ended up biting me,” Lynch said.
“That was part of the artistic life for me: the cigarettes and the smell of them, lighting things and smoking, and coming back and sitting and looking at my work and thinking about things while I smoke.
“There is nothing more beautiful in this world. Meanwhile, it kills me. That’s why I had to quit.”
Due to his illness, he is unable to directly work on the project, but he has not completely ruled out the possibility of directing in the future.
he said: “I like to be in the middle of things and get ideas there. But when the time comes, I’ll try doing it remotely.”
“We ask that you respect our privacy at this time. There is a huge hole in the world now that he is gone,” they concluded. But as he says, “Keep your eye on the donut, not the hole.” “It’s a beautiful day with golden sunshine and blue skies all the way through.” (Photo taken in 1990)
Lynch is survived by his wife, Emily Stoffle (pictured here in 2017), and three children, Jennifer Lynch, Austin Jack Lynch, and Riley Lynch.
Throughout his career, he has been awarded numerous honors including the Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2006 and an Academy Honorary Award in 2019. seen in 2019
Lynch was referring to his animation project “Snootworld.” The project was proposed and eventually taken over by Netflix.
In November, he told People that he requires supplemental oxygen for most activities and “can barely walk across a room.”
“It’s like walking around with a plastic bag wrapped around your head,” he said of his battle with emphysema.
Although he has no regrets, Lynch hopes his devastating health report will encourage other smokers to quit.
He also told the media: “Think about it.” You can stop doing things that will kill you. ”
Lynch acknowledged the lifelong habit had taken a “huge toll” but said she had no regrets.
By the time he quit smoking, the father of four “could hardly move without gasping for air.”
“Quitting was my only option,” he said.
In an interview with Sight & Sound magazine in August, Lynch said he developed the disease “from smoking for too long.” (Photo taken in 1984)
Lynch’s other notable projects include Eraserhead (1977), The Elephant Man (1980), Blue Velvet (1986), Mulholland Drive (above, 2001), and Inland Empire (2006) .
His most recent major project before his health issues was the 2017 revival of the series Twin Peaks on Showtime.
The original series aired from 1990 to 1991 and followed the investigation into the murder of homecoming queen Laura Palmer (played by Sheryl Lee) in the fictional Washington town of Twin Peaks.
When it first aired in the early 1990s, the series gained a cult following after airing on ABC, and later spawned a 1992 prequel feature film, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk.
His most recent major project before his health problems was the 2017 revival of the series Twin Peaks on Showtime (filmed in 2001)
Lynch previously revealed on ‘X’ that she developed emphysema due to “years of smoking.”
After more than 20 years, Lynch’s signature series is back with Twin Peaks: The Return.
Kyle MacLachlan, Sherilyn Fenn, Mädchen Amick, Lee, and David Duchovny, who starred in the original, return for the revival.
Other stars were also added to the mix, including Laura Dern, Amanda Seyfried, Jessica Szohr, Michael Cera, Richard Chamberlain, and Trent Reznor.
Lynch’s other notable projects include Eraserhead (1977), The Elephant Man (1980), Blue Velvet (1986), Mulholland Drive (2001), and Inland Empire (2006).
