David Lynch Passes Away: Steven Spielberg, Naomi Watts and Others Pay Tribute to the Iconic Writer-Director

David Lynch, the iconic American writer-director often referred to as a ‘visionary’, passed away on January 15, just days before his 79th birthday, which would have been on January 20. The news of his death was shared on Meta, with a statement from his family: “It is with deep regret that we, his family, announce the passing of the man and the artist, David Lynch.” Hollywood stars, including Steven Spielberg, Naomi Watts, James Gunn and many others, have paid heartfelt tributes to the legendary filmmaker, remembering his groundbreaking contributions to cinema. He was known for his works in Blue Velvet and Mulholland Drive. David Lynch Dies at 78; Auteur Filmmaker Was Known for Directing Cult Classics Like ‘Eraserhead’, ‘Mulholland Drive’ and ‘Twin Peaks’.

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