Director Confirms Diagnosis In Social Media Post

David Lynch Reassures Fans He's Not Retiring Amid Emphysema Diagnosis

Director Confirms Diagnosis in Social Media Post

David Lynch, the acclaimed filmmaker behind "Twin Peaks" and "Mulholland Drive," has shared that he has been diagnosed with emphysema, a chronic lung disease. The 78-year-old director confirmed the diagnosis in a social media post after revealing in a magazine interview that he has been dealing with the condition for many years.

Lynch Says He's Not Planning on Retiring

Despite his health challenges, Lynch reassured his fans in the social media post that he has no plans to retire from filmmaking. "I've been working on a new film project, and I'm excited to continue creating," he wrote.

Emphysema Impacts Directing

However, Lynch admitted that emphysema has impacted his ability to direct in person. "I can't direct in person anymore because of my health, but I'm hoping to find other ways to continue working on films," he said.

Support from Fans and Fellow Artists

Lynch's announcement has been met with an outpouring of support from fans and fellow artists. Many have expressed admiration for his resilience and wished him well.