Visionary filmmaker David Lynch -- known for surreal hits like Blue Velvet and the Twin Peaks series -- has died. He was 78.

Lynch announced in 2024 that he had been diagnosed with emphysema and was no longer able to leave his house to direct. His family announced his death Thursday on his Facebook account.

"It is with deep regret that we, his family, announce the passing of the man and the artist, David Lynch," the post read. "We would appreciate some privacy at this time. 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."

In addition to Blue Velvet, Lynch's filmography includes Mulholland Drive, Eraserhead, and Wild at Heart. Lynch also directed an ill-fated big screen adaptation of Frank Herbert's Dune in 1984. Though it was panned at the time, the film has gained a cult following over the years.

Lynch's talents spanned far beyond the director's chair. He also made music, painted, and took up woodworking. Lynch even turned some of those passions into shows like Weather Report (in which Lynch gave the weather forecast in Los Angeles) and What Is David Working On Today? (a show about his woodworking projects). In 1991, Michael Jackson personally requested that Lynch direct a teaser trailer for his album "Dangerous."