David Lynch was an American filmmaker, visual artist, musician, and actor.
David Lynch Wikipedia
| Real Name | David Keith Lynch |
| Nickname | Judas Booth |
| Profession | Actor, filmmaker, musician, visual artist |
| Date of Birth | January 20, 1946 |
| Age | 78 years (At the time of death) |
| Birth Place | Missoula, Montana, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Missoula, Montana, United States |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Religion | Christian |
| Date of Death | 15 January, 2025 |
| Death Cause | Emphysema |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School/ College | Corcoran School of Arts and Design School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Pennsylvania Academy of the Final Arts |
| Education Qualification | Graduation |
David Lynch Age
David Lynch was born on 20 January 1946 in Missoula, Montana, United States. At the time of death, he was 78 years old and his zodiac sign is Aquarius.
David Lynch Relationships
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Not known |
| Children | 4, including Jennifer |
David Lynch Family
| Father’s Name | Donald Walton Lynch |
| Mother’s Name | Edwina Lynch |
| Brother’s Name | John |
| Sister’s Name | Martha |
| Wife/Spouse | Peggy Lentz (1968 – 1974) Mary Fisk ((1977 – 1987) Mary Sweeney (2006 2007) Emily Stofle (2009 – 2023) |
Career
| Debut | Filmmaking – 1977 with ‘Eraserhead’ |
| Awards | 2006 – Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement 2017 – The Edward MacDowell Medal 2019 – Honorary Academy Award |
David Lynch Movies
| Movies | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Eraserhead | 1997 |
| The Elephant Man | 1980 |
| Duen | 1984 |
| Blue Velvet | 1986 |
| Wild At Heart | 1990 |
| Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me | 1992 |
| Lost Highway | 1997 |
| The Straight Story | 1999 |
| Mulholland Drive | 2001 |
| Inland Empire | 2006 |
David Lynch Height & Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 190 cm In meters – 1.90 m In feet & inches – 6’ 3” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 97kg In pounds – 215 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | White |
| Body Measurements | Not known |
David Lynch’s Cause of Death
| Date of Birth | 20 January, 1946 |
| Age (at the time of Death) | 78 years |
| Date of Death | 15 January, 2025 |
| Cause of Death | Emphysema, a condition that causes shortness of breath “from smoking so long” |
David Lynch’s Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $50 Million (As of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | $1 Million + |
| Salary (approx) | Update soon |
| Income Source | Acting, business, filmmaking, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About David Lynch
- David Lynch was born and raised in Montana, by his parents Donald and Edwina.
- His father worked as a scientist for the ‘Department of Agriculture.’
- He was a unique kid right from his childhood. He hated attending school and loved hanging around with his friends.
- Although his family kept moving around frequently, Lynch had no problems making friends.
- He focused more on extracurricular activities, such as painting.
- During his high school days, his grades went from bad to worse. This was when he told his parents that he wanted to study painting.
- However, he started having issues with his parents when he began painting in his friend’s workshop.
- David decided to take up painting as a serious career option. Hence, he enrolled at ‘The School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts in Boston.
- Lynch started painting ardently during his stay at the Pennsylvania Academy.
- Lynch started working on his feature film ‘Eraserhead’ in the early 70s. after five years of hard work involving physical and mental exhaustion, the film was finally released in 1997.
- Director Stanley Kubrick watched the film and called it one of his favorite films of all time.
- He wrote and directed and film named ‘Dune’ which was a high-budget science fiction film.
- Lynch, wrote and directed “Blue Velvet” in 1986.
- Lynch has also directed several commercials and music videos.
- After quitting filmmaking, he has kept himself busy making music.
- David loves coffee and has famously said ‘ A bad Coffee is better than no coffee at all.’
- He also has his brand of coffee, which he has named ‘David Lynch Coffee.’
- Lynch has had several long-term relationships with many women.
- He married Peggy Lentz in 1967, but the couple called it quits a few years later.
- His daughter, Jennifer Lynch, who also happens to be a director, was born out of his first marriage.
- He got married to Mary Fisk in 1977 and got divorced in 1987.
- Lynch is a strong supporter of transcendental meditation. He says that he practices transcendental meditation on a daily basis.
- Lynch, is a prolific artist beyond filmmaking, with a passion for painting, photography, and music.
- He has held numerous art exhibitions showcasing his work and has released several albums of experimental music.
- Despite his reputation for creating dark and surreal films, he has a surprisingly keen sense of humor.
FAQ:
How old was David Lynch?
78 years (at the time of death)
What is the cause of David Lynch’s death?
Emphysema, a condition that causes shortness of breath “from smoking so long”
What is David Lynch’s net worth?
Approx $50 Million (As of 2025)
Who is David Lynch’s daughter?
Jennifer Lynch is an American film director.