Renowned director David Lynch revealed that he began smoking at the age of 8 and is now battling emphysema, diagnosed in 2020. Despite his health challenges, Lynch expresses his love for smoking and tobacco, stating that it was a significant part of his life and work. He acknowledged the risks associated with smoking but remains content with his artistic choices, asserting that he would not change a thing. Lynch, now 78, is an Oscar nominee and Cannes Film Festival winner known for classic works like ‘Blue Velvet’ and ‘Twin Peaks.’