The director, who was 78, was known for films and TV shows like 'Blue Velvet,' 'Mulholland Drive' and 'Twin Peaks.'

Reactions to the death of David Lynch, the visionary filmmaker behind “Twin Peaks” and “Mulholland Drive,” whose death at 78 was announced Thursday.

Refresh for updates… Director Ron Howard praised his fearlessness, Mulholland Drive star Lee Grant called him “a one of a kind artist,” and director James Gunn cites him as a major inspiration: David Lynch is being remembered today for the unique vision and unforgettable works of art he brought to Hollywood.

Reactions to the death of David Lynch, the visionary filmmaker behind “Twin Peaks” and “Mulholland Drive,” whose death at 78 was announced Thursday.

director Ron Howard, via X ... You inspired so many of us.” — director James Gunn, via X. — “Like Kafka, like Bacon, he dedicated his life to opening a portal.

Director Ron Howard, via X ... You inspired so many of us.” — Director James Gunn, via X. — “Like Kafka, like Bacon, he dedicated his life to opening a portal.

Questlove, James Gunn and Ron Howard are among those mourning the death of movie director David Lynch. Howard called him a “gracious man and fearless artist who followed his heart and soul ...

Reactions to the death of David Lynch, the visionary filmmaker behind “Twin Peaks” and “Mulholland Drive,” whose death at 78 was announced Thursday. — “Truly saddened to hear of the ...

Steven Spielberg, Ron Howard and James Gunn are among the filmmakers to pay tribute to David Lynch following his death at the age of 78.

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The director of 'Blue Velvet,' 'Twin Peaks' and 'Mulholland Drive' died aged 78. "I loved him so much," said 'Blue Velvet' star Isabella Rossellini.

Iconic filmmaker David Lynch's death on January 16th prompted a flood of tributes to the pioneering director and writer.