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David Lynch Reassures Fans After Revealing Emphysema Keeps Him Homebound
David Lynch says he “will never retire” even though he can’t leave his house.
The “Twin Peaks” and “Mulholland Drive” filmmaker told Sight and Sound Magazine, “I’ve gotten emphysema from smoking for so long and so I’m homebound whether I like it or not. It would be very bad for me to get sick, even with a cold.”
He continued to share that because of emphysema he “can only walk a short distance before” running out of oxygen. This news took his fans by surprise, with people speculating that the Academy Award-winning director would retire.
Lynch released a statement on Monday, quelling those fears. He said on X, “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 explained, “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 concluded, signing off his message with “Love, David.”
Lynch just released a new musical project with “Twin Peaks: The Return” actor and singer Chrystabell on Aug. 2.
David Lynch, celebrated for iconic works like “Twin Peaks” and “Mulholland Drive,” has announced he has no plans for retirement, despite being homebound due to emphysema. In a candid interview with Sight and Sound Magazine, Lynch shared that years of smoking have led to his current health predicament, stating, “I’ve gotten emphysema from smoking for so long and so I’m homebound whether I like it or not. It would be very bad for me to get sick, even with a cold.”
This revelation left many fans speculating about the future of the acclaimed director’s career. The concern was understandably high given Lynch’s condition, which limits him to only a short walking distance before he runs out of oxygen. Yet, in a statement released on Monday via the platform X, Lynch sought to calm those fears.
“Yes, I have emphysema from my many years of smoking,” Lynch affirmed. “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.”
Despite this, Lynch shared some positive news: “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.” Lynch expressed gratitude toward his fans, ending his message with, “Love, David.”
On August 2, Lynch released a new musical project collaborating with Chrystabell, a cast member of “Twin Peaks: The Return” and a singer. This new venture highlights Lynch’s unyielding passion for creativity despite his health challenges.
For fans of David Lynch, the idea of their favorite director never retiring may come as a comforting assurance. His spirit and love for his work remain untouched, even if his mobility is constrained. Lynch’s dedication to his art serves as an inspiring reminder that passion knows no bounds and creativity can flourish irrespective of physical limitations.
Source: Sight and Sound Magazine, X
