American legendary actor cum musician, David Keith Lynch, has died.
It was learnt that Lynch, the creator of Twin Peaks and Mulholland Drive, passed away at the age of 72.
According to Daily Post, the veteran filmmaker’s family announced his demise in a statement on Thursday.
The family also pleaded for privacy as they mourn the deceased.
The statement read, “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. There’s a big hole in the world now that he’s no longer with us.”
Recall that Lynch had in 2024 revealed he was diagnosed with emphysema after decades of smoking. (Emphysema is a chronic lung disease that damages the air sacs in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe)
However, after fans raised concerns, Lynch insisted in August that he would not let the disease lead to his retirement.
He wrote on X: “Ladies and gentlemen, yes, I have emphysema from my many years of smoking. I have now quit smoking for over two years. I am filled with happiness, and I will never retire.”
Lynch was born in Missoula, Montana, in 1946.
He was famous for his surreal neo-noir mystery films, with his first feature-length film, 1977’s Eraserhead, being a midnight movie success.
