A world in which David Lynch never retires is a better world. The filmmaker behind Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks, and Mulholland Dr. recently concerned fans with his emphysema diagnosis, suggesting he can’t leave the house much and, if ever did direct, he’d have to do so remotely. Lynch revealed his diagnosis in a recent interview for Sight & Sound magazine. On Twitter, he followed-up and, to any fan of the man, shared the good news he’ll never retire:
“Ladies and Gentlemen,
Yes, I have emphysema from my many years of smoking. I have to say that I enjoyed smoking very much, and I do love tobacco – the smell of it, lighting cigarettes on fire, smoking them – but there is a price to pay for this enjoyment, and the price for me is emphysema. I have now quit smoking for over two years. Recently I had many tests and the good news is that I am in excellent shape except for emphysema. I am filled with happiness, and I will never retire. I want you all to know that I really appreciate your concern.
Love, David”
