Laura Dern pays tribute to David Lynch on director’s 79th birthday

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David Lynch on what would have been his 79th birthday (January 20). The film-maker passed away on January 15.The news was broken last week by his family via his Facebook page. “It is with deep regret that we, his family, announce the passing of the man and the artist, David Lynch.

We would appreciate some privacy at this time” the statement read.“There’s a big hole in the world now that he’s no longer with us.

But, as he would say, ‘Keep your eye on the donut and not on the hole’. It’s a beautiful day with golden sunshine and blue skies all the way”.On Instagram, Dern post an image of herself and Lynch with the caption “Happy birthday, tidbit.

I will love and miss you every day for the rest of my life”. “Tidbit” is in reference to Lynch’s nickname for Dern.A post shared by Laura Dern (@lauradern)The pair first worked together in 1986 Noir Blue Velvet, then in 1990’s Wild At Heart and the 2006 drama Inland Empire.