David Lynch, whose darkly surreal films include “Blue Velvet” and “Mulholland Drive” and the groundbreaking series “Twin Peaks,” has died at age 78. Prior to his death, he suffered from emphysema.
His family announced his death on Facebook 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. 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.”