David Lynch Reflects on Health Battles; A Cautionary Tale for Smokers
David Lynch, the acclaimed director of films such as Twin Peaks and Mulholland Drive, has opened up about his ongoing health struggles following a lifetime of smoking, which began when he was just eight years old. Now at 78, Lynch is facing severe repercussions from his habit after being diagnosed with emphysema in 2020. He now requires supplemental oxygen for everyday activities, stating, “I can hardly walk across a room. It’s like you’re walking around with a plastic bag around your head.”
In recent interviews, Lynch recounts his long history with smoking, admitting that it was not only a significant part of his identity but also intertwined with his creative process. “A big important part of my life was smoking,” he stated. “I loved the smell of tobacco, the taste of tobacco. It was part of being a painter and a filmmaker for me.” Despite his fondness for cigarettes, he has urged others to quit, illustrating the “big price” he has paid for his enjoyment.
Lynch tried to quit multiple times over the years, but it took a sobering warning from his doctors—“You’re going to die in a week if you don’t stop”—for him to finally give up smoking in 2022. Reflecting on his past choices, he remarked that while he does not regret his smoking habit, he wishes “what we love is good for us.” His insight serves as a cautionary tale for current smokers, with Lynch imploring them to consider the serious health risks associated with their habit. “You can quit these things that are going to end up killing you,” he advised, “I owe it to them—and to myself—to say that.”
Now, Lynch spends much of his time at home, largely avoiding physical activity to reduce the risk of infections that could complicate his condition. He expressed a desire to continue directing but may explore remote options in the future, citing the difficulties of working on set as he adapts to his current limitations.
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