Ladies and Gentlemen, Lynch writes, Yes, I have emphysema from my many years of smoking.

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.

David Lynch

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I am filled with happiness, and I will never retire.

I want you all to know that I really appreciate your concern.

This means if he directs again, hell need to be remote.

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Ive gotten emphysema from smoking for so long and so Im homebound whether I like it or not.

Lynch also provided updates on myriad projects that have yet to get off the ground.

Old-fashioned fairy tales are considered groaners: apparently, people dont want to see them.

Its a different world now, and its easier to say no than to say yes, he added.

The directors last feature film was 2006sInland Empire.

Ladies and Gentlemen,Yes, I have emphysema from my many years of smoking.