David Lynch

American filmmaker, musical and visual artist (born 1946)
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David Keith Lynch is an American filmmaker, visual artist, and musician. He has received critical acclaim for his films, which are often distinguished by their surrealist, dreamlike qualities.

Date of Birth20th January 1946
Age78 Years
Zodiac SignAquarius
CountryUnited States of America
Current CityMissoula
Birth PlaceMissoula
NationalityUnited States of America
CitizenshipUnited States of America
SignatureSignature
SpousesMary Sweeney
Peggy Reavey
Mary Fisk
Emily Stofle
ChildrenJennifer Lynch
Austin Jack Lynch
Lula Boginia Lynch
Riley Sweeney Lynch
Education
George Washington University, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, AFI Conservatory, Francis C. Hammond Middle School, Corcoran College of Art and Design
Occupationfilm director, actor, screenwriter, composer, voice actor, animator, painter, film editor, television actor, lyricist, songwriter, film actor, film producer, photographer, recording artist, writer, director
Awards
  • Officer of the Legion of Honour
  • Goslarer Kaiserring
  • Knight of the Legion of Honour
  • Saturn Award
  • Golden Lion
  • Palme d'Or
  • Cannes Best Director Award
  • César Award for Best Foreign Film
  • European Film Award for Best Non-European Film
  • Academy Honorary Award
  • Eagle Scout
  • Sitges Grand Honorary Award

Directors from United States of America born in 1946