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2025
David Lynch Obituary
David Lynch was an acclaimed surrealist director best known for challenging works like "Eraserhead," "Mulholland Drive," and "Blue Velvet," as well as the cult hit television show "Twin Peaks."
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Samuel Hairston
June 28, 2025
David Lynch was truly a one of a kind individual. Genuinely one of my heroes as someone who is currently trying to get into the film industry. He introduced me to transcendental meditation which helped me out from being stressed a lot. I have a photo of him that I look at on my desk.
Liz Dichiara
May 31, 2025
I´m a transcendental meditation practitioner, as was David. Peace, my fellow traveler.
DE
March 14, 2025
My deepest sympathy is with David's family and friends during this time of grief and sorrow.
Thomas Berbas
March 2, 2025
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of David Lynch. A visionary filmmaker whose imagination and courage reshaped storytelling, David challenged convention and captivated audiences with his uniquely compelling artistic voice. His explorations of mystery, identity, and dreams leave behind a cinematic legacy unmatched in its creativity and depth. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, colleagues, and fans around the world. May his profound influence continue to inspire wonder, curiosity, and artistic freedom for generations to come.
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Jk
February 3, 2025
So deeply saddened to hear of his passing. I was such a fan of his after seeing Mullholland Drive. Sending sincere condolences to his family and friends. May God comfort and give you peace and strength during this difficult time.
Eric Stefani
January 28, 2025
I met David when he signed my "Mullholland Drive" poster. Loved most of his films. I could relate to his life so much.
Jon White
January 23, 2025
My thoughts go to David's family and close friends, who knew him best. I have known only his work in film, painting, sculpture, music and sound design, although I did meet him briefly at a book signing for "Catching The Big Fish". His words are golden nuggets of inspiration. The worlds he created, both visually and aurally have expanded my mind and senses in a wonderful way that I will always cherish. Thank you, David.
Mr. Jr.
January 21, 2025
My condolences.
Richard Dingman
January 20, 2025
I saw Dune when it first came out in the early eighties.
The six minute scene of Baron Harkonnen´s hospital throne room stuck with me for my entire career as a nurse.
But it was only through the convenience of YouTube that I was recently able to discern in that scene Mr. Lynch´s brilliant commentary - or homage - to T.S. Eliot in the "hospital state" section of the Four Quartets , which I had also taken the trouble to memorize back then.
This is a restatement of that which I wrote in the only fan letter I can remember sending anyone.
I´m not much for movies, but I´m grateful to Mr. Lynch for his wonderfully brief & unforgettable satiric reference to the greatest modern English poet.
Thankyou, David!
Scott Campbell
January 19, 2025
David Lynch the greatest creator of thought, human expression and conflict of the human soul. David your work gave me reason to exist ! I will miss you forever
Donna James
January 19, 2025
Thank you to all your hard work and inspiration that made The "Twin Peaks" series possible. You will be remembered as one of the greatest producers in television History.
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Rest in Peace, David.
Katherine Bell
January 19, 2025
His movies 1st caught my attention, changed my mind, in early teens and never let go or stopped affecting my thinking. Then one year I realised all these standout movies were conducted by this one being. Such insight! Another leading light of this most incredible generation, Vale David Lynch
Edward Klementowski
January 18, 2025
When the Twin Peaks Box Set came out, my friend would have Twin Peaks weekend marathons. It was my first experience with David's work. It was a social gathering where people would discuss the TV. series. People would also bring other David's work. I meet such interesting people at these events. I started seeing film in a different light. I began searching for actors, directors, cinematographers, genres, etc. This was all due to David Lynch's Twin Peaks. I love film today. Thank you, David. RIP.
Elizabeth Bell
January 17, 2025
RIP David
Prof. R. L. France
January 17, 2025
It may be the saddest day since Aug 12, 1827 with the world becoming less weird and interesting and much more boring with the loss of another visionary artistic genius of warped imagination. RIP, DL and may ye have interesting chats with WB, wherever you two might be!
Carson Loveless
January 16, 2025
Condolences to his family
faith c.tobin/brad j/herscot
January 16, 2025
Dear Lynch Family my condolences's on the loss of David Lynch.he'll surely be missed very much and may he rest in peace.best faith
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