He expanded the cinematic potential of television and influenced a generation of showrunners, including “Sopranos” creator David Chase.

David Lynch, who directed films and TV series including Blue Velvet, Mulholland Drive and Twin Peaks, has died at age 78. His death was announced by his family on his official Facebook page. "It is with deep regret that we,

The entertainment industry is paying tribute to David Lynch, with Steven Spielberg remembering the iconic director as a "visionary dreamer."