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Filmmaker David Lynch has died aged 78

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Updated 19:04 16 Jan 2025 GMTPublished 18:41 16 Jan 2025 GMT

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Filmmaker David Lynch has died aged 78

The Mulholland Drive and Twin Peaks director has died aged 78

Jess Battison

Jess Battison

David Lynch has died aged 78, his family have announced.

The American filmmaker is best known for films like Blue Velvet and Mulholland Drive as well as the popular TV series, Twin Peaks.

The legendary director-writer's work typically featured surrealist, dreamlike qualities and he picked up a number of awards across his 58-year career. In 2006, Lynch received the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement and an Honorary Academy Award in 2019.

His death was announced on his Facebook page by his family with the following statement: "It is with deep regret that we, his family, announce the passing of the man and the artist, David Lynch.

"We would appreciate some privacy at this time.

David Lynch has died aged 78 (Chris Weeks/WireImage)
David Lynch has died aged 78 (Chris Weeks/WireImage)

"There’s a big hole in the world now that he’s no longer with us. But, as he would say, ‘Keep your eye on the donut and not on the hole.’ … It’s a beautiful day with golden sunshine and blue skies all the way.”

In the summer of 2024, Lynch revealed that he has suffering from emphysema after several years as a smoker and said he was unable to leave his home due to the fear he would get Covid-19.

Then in November, the filmmaker revealed he required supplemental oxygen to be able to walk.

However, despite his health struggle, he said he would 'never retire' and if necessary, would direct remotely.

Featured Image Credit: Ernesto S. Ruscio/Getty Images/ Michael Tran/FilmMagic

Topics: Film, TV, Celebrity, US News

Jess Battison
Jess Battison

Jess is a Senior Journalist with a love of all things pop culture. Her main interests include asking everyone in the office what they're having for tea, waiting for a new series of The Traitors and losing her voice at a Beyoncé concert. She graduated with a first in Journalism from City, University of London in 2021.

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