David Lynch, the legendary filmmaker, has passed away at 78, as confirmed by his family. In August 2024, he revealed he had developed emphysema after years of smoking. Lynch was known for blending surrealist arthouse elements with mainstream Hollywood films, creating iconic works like Eraserhead, Blue Velvet, and Mulholland Drive. His 1990s TV series Twin Peaks remains a cultural touchstone,
blending quirky murder mystery with deeper explorations of America’s psyche. Lynch’s films often ventured into unsettling territory, yet were imbued with humor, wit, and a childlike curiosity about human pain and behavior. His lasting legacy is captured in his own words from Twin Peaks: “Fix your hearts or die.”
