David Lynch's children remember legendary 'Twin Peaks' director as 'a guiding light' in heartfelt tribute

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The children of the late legendary filmmaker David Lynch shared a moving tribute for their father and invited fans to join a worldwide group meditation in his honor, in a post on the social media platform X on Saturday, January 18.

The 'Eraserhead' director died at the age of 78 on January 16, as per People. His family made the announcement in a Facebook post without revealing the cause of death at the time.

Lynch was diagnosed with the chronic lung disease emphysema in 2020. He has four children with as many ex-wives.

Lynch shared Jennifer, 56, with his wife Peggy Reavey, Austin, 42, with his second wife Mary Fisk, and Riley, 33, with his third wife Mary Sweeney. His youngest, Lula, 12, was shared between him and his ex-wife Emily Stofle.

Announcement made by David Lynch's children

Jennifer, Austin, Riley, and Lula Lynch went on the filmmaker's X account to share their tribute to him, as well as invite fans for a meditation service on his upcoming birthday.

"David Lynch, our beloved dad, was a guiding light of creativity, love, and peace," they stated. "On Monday, January 20th—what would have been his 79th birthday—we invite you all to join us in a worldwide group meditation at 12:00pm NOON PST for 10 minutes."

"Let us come together, wherever we are, to honor his legacy by spreading peace and love across the world. Please take this time to meditate, reflect, and send positivity into the universe."

"Thank you for being part of this celebration of his life," added the four before signing off.

Internet fondly remembers David Lynch

Netizens on the platform paid tribute to the director while reacting to the post. The following tweets, where they also share the deep impact his work has had on them, demonstrate their takes.

"Seen so much love since he passed. For me he made 3 of my favourite films blue velvet and wild at heart but more beautiful The Elephant Man , still moves me till this day. God bless and love to you all," wrote a person.

"He was a giant of the muse, in inspiration and above all else a great, great man," expressed another.

"That’s a great way to honor him! Thank you for letting us all share that moment," stated a third.

"David Lynch is the whole reason why I'm into art, photography, abstractness, etc. I never got to meet Lynch, but I feel like I lost a friend," shared a fourth.

"David was a total visionary, the world feels a little less knowing he’s no longer with us, but there is part of him that will live on in his art and his family," observed a fifth.

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