Film director David Lynch dies at 78, family says

By BBC (Entertainment) | Created at 2025-01-16 19:01:37 | Updated at 2025-01-16 21:59:30 3 hours ago
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Getty Images David Lynch seen at Cannes Film Festival in 2017Getty Images

David Lynch seen at Cannes Film Festival in 2017

David Lynch, the writer-filmmaker whose works include Mulholland Drive and Twin Peaks, has died aged 78.

Lynch's death was announced on his Facebook page by his family.

"There's a big hole in the world now that he's no longer with us," the post said.

"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."

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