David Lynch, director of films such as “Dune” and “Blue Velvet”, has died at the age of 78. The news of his death was confirmed by his family in a statement published on social networks.
“With deep sorrow, we, his family, “Announcing the death of the man and artist, David Lynch” they wrote on Facebook this Thursday, January 16.
“We would appreciate some privacy at this time. There is a big hole in the world now that he is no longer with us. But, as he would say, “Keep your eyes on the donut, not the hole.” It’s a beautiful day with golden sun and blue skies all the way,” they added.
What disease did director David Lynch have?
Although the The director’s family did not reveal any details for his death nor did they reveal the cause of his death, In 2024, David Lynch himself announced it He suffered from emphysema. afflicted by his smoking, which had begun at the age of 8, which had forced him to withdraw from public life.
The “Twin Peaks” director revealed to People that he was diagnosed with emphysema in 2020, but didn’t quit smoking until two years later, when his illness became critical.
“I saw the writing on the wall and it said: “You’ll be dead in a week if you don’t stop”“, he narrated. “I could barely move without gasping for air. Quitting was my only option,” he said.
“I can barely cross a room. “It’s like walking around with a plastic bag around my head,” he said.
Source: univision
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