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David Lynch: Visionary director leaves a cinematic legacy

David Lynch, the eminent director and creator of works such as "Blue Velvet", "Twin Peaks", and "Mulholland Drive", has passed away at the age of 78.

David Lynch
David Lynch
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Tomasz Waleński

David Lynch, renowned for captivating audiences with films like "The Elephant Man", "Blue Velvet", and "Mulholland Drive", has passed away at the age of 78.

Lynch is dead

Lynch's family confirmed his death in a post on Facebook. "It is with deep regret that we, his family, announce the passing of the man and the artist, David Lynch," the statement read. "We would appreciate some privacy at this time," it added.

"There’s a big hole in the world now that he’s no longer with us," Lynch's family emphasised. "But, as he would say, 'Keep your eye on the doughnut and not on the hole,'" the statement continues.

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