David Lynch Reveals Battle With Emphysema
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- 'Twin Peaks' director David Lynch, 78, has disclosed to Sight and Sound magazine his struggle with emphysema and inability to direct in person due to the lung illness.
- Lynch's emphysema is attributed to his long-term smoking habits, and is now limiting his mobility and confining him to his home.
- The director, revered for cult films like 'Blue Velvet' and 'Mulholland Drive', confirmed he has emphysema on X, saying: "Yes, I have emphysema from my many years of smoking. I have to say that I enjoyed smoking very much, and I do love tobacco – the smell of it, lighting cigarettes on fire, smoking them – but there is a price to pay for this enjoyment, and the price for me is emphysema."
- He added: "I have now quit smoking for over two years. Recently I had many tests and the good news is that I am in excellent shape except for emphysema. I am filled with happiness, and I will never retire. I want you all to know that I really appreciate your concern."
- Lynch has expressed mixed feelings about potentially directing remotely, saying he prefers being on location for inspiration.
- Due to COVID-19 concerns and his health condition, Lynch also emphasized the need to avoid sickness, even a cold.
- He has remained hopeful about his unproduced screenplay, 'Antelope Don't Run No More', eventually being realized. His recent projects include the collaborative album 'Cellophane Memories' with artist Chrystabell.