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USA Today
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Rebekah Del Rio, who sang 'Llorando' in David Lynch's 'Mulholland Drive,' dies at 57
Rebekah Del Rio, whose soulful performance of "Llorando" added new layers of poignancy to the David Lynch classic "Mulholland Drive," has died at 57. Del Rio died in her Los Angeles home Monday, June 23, according to the office of the city's medical examiner, who confirmed the news to USA TODAY Friday, June 27. Both the cause and manner of death were listed as deferred, meaning a deputy medical examiner completed an initial examination but required more studies and tests to make a final determination. The process could take several months. David Lynch, legendary director of 'Twin Peaks' and 'Blue Velvet,' dead at 78 An up-and-coming singer-songwriter, Del Rio was discovered by Lynch in the '90s after their shared agent organized an introduction. At that point, she had already recorded "Llorando," a Spanish-language version of Roy Orbison's "Crying." Lynch wrote the number into "Mulholland Drive," in a now-iconic scene that sees Del Rio in two-toned eyeshadow and a bedazzled tear, singing the heartbreaking anthem to lead stars Naomi Watts and Laura Harring, the sorrow echoing in an empty theater. "There were many takes. And with every take, I sang along, because I felt I had to produce that same feeling with the vibrato in my throat so the audience could see it," Del Rio told IndieWire in 2022. "I also wanted the beautiful girls in the balcony, Laura Harring and Naomi Watts, to experience it live. They were present while I was doing my scene, so I sang to them." Del Rio's music went on to be featured in several other Hollywood projects, including "Twin Peaks: The Return," another Lynch project, and the action movie "Sin City."
Daily Mirror
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
David Lynch memorabilia sells for over £3m at auction including Twin Peaks items
Julien's Auctions and Turner Classic Movies (TCM) hosted an auction of more than 450 items linked to the US director, which fetched a combined $4.25 million dollars (£3.16 million) A treasure trove of memorabilia belonging to the late legendary director David Lynch has raised a staggering £3 million at a glitzy Los Angeles auction. Over 450 pieces were on the block in the Peninsula Beverly Hills event, run by Julien's Auctions and Turner Classic Movies, culminating in a cool $4.25 million (£3.16 million) windfall. The director was best known for his artistic vision and the direction behind Twin Peaks and Blue Velvet. Lynch's family confirmed the news on Facebook in January 2024, writing: "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.'" The top lot was a collection of 11 scripts from his abandoned film project, Ronnie Rocket: The Absurd Mystery Of The Strange Forces of Existence, which went under the hammer for an eye-watering $195,000 (£145,206). Memorabilia from the acclaimed Mulholland Drive also commanded hefty sums, with three scripts alone netting $104,000 (£77,443), one bearing the urgent caution: "We are very concerned about preserving the integrity of this screenplay. Please do not let anyone read this script – it is for your use only." Winkie's diner, a setting familiar to fans of Mulholland Drive, had its prop menus sell for $7,800 (£5,808), while an original diptych portraying Naomi Watts and Laura Harring fetched $16,250 (£12,100). But that's not all, a red leather director's chair emblazoned with Lynch's name travelled to cinematic hotspots around LA before being snapped up for a stunning $91,000 (£67,762), showcasing the enduring allure of the filmmaker's legacy. Help us improve our content by completing the survey below. We'd love to hear from you! Catherine Williamson, managing director of entertainment at Julien's Auctions, remarked: "Every object in this collection served as a window into Lynch's surreal and uncompromising creative world – whether from his ground-breaking films, television work, or personal studio. "The global response to the auction speaks not only to the cultural importance of his legacy, but to the profound admiration and reverence he inspires among fans, collaborators, and collectors alike." At the auction, script copies of the pilot episode of Lynch and Mark Frost's Twin Peaks TV series, originally titled Northwest Passage before being renamed to Twin Peaks, fetched a staggering $91,000 (£67,762), while scripts from its prequel film Fire Walk With Me raked in $78,000 (£58,082). A personal 35mm print of Lynch's debut feature film Eraserhead was snapped up for an impressive $52,000 (£38,721). The renowned US director passed away at the age of 78 earlier this year, following an emphysema diagnosis five months prior, which he attributed to "many years of smoking".
Time Out
04-06-2025
- Business
- Time Out
More than 400 of David Lynch's personal items to be auctioned: Everything you need to know
'I just had two cookies and a Coke. That's phenomenal.' That's what David Lynch said once, sitting in the backseat of a car with a floral garland around his name. The director, writer, and full-time surrealist clearly loved the little things in life. But the Blue Velvet and Mullholland Drive filmmaker, who passed away this January, also amassed a vast archive of film memorabilia, personal cameras, abstract paintings, erotic art books, coffee machines, and Lynch's own 'lunchbox with trinkets'. Now, all of them are up for auction thanks to L.A. auction house Julien's and vintage TV network Turner Classic Movies. With online bids already live, 'The David Lynch Collection' will face the hammer on June 18, 2025. As one can expect, the lineup of souvenirs is randomly assorted and quite diverse. In other words, Lynchian to the core. What items are on sale? The most sought-after items right now are understandably film-related memorabilia like Lynch's own personalized director's chair (current bid at $27,500), his personal 35 mm prints of Eraserhead (current bid at $22,500), and those velvety red curtains from Twin Peaks: The Return (current bid at $15,000). A deeper dive through the online catalogue also takes you through other facets of Lynch's quirky and whimsical life. For instance, if you scroll past the cinematic heavy hitters, you can catch a glimpse of Lynch, the craftsman. Many of the sofas and tables being auctioned were crafted by Lynch himself and are sourced from his home art studio. Etsy aficionados should keep an eye out for an incense holder, again made by the man himself. But beware, it's being bid at a whopping $7,000. Lynch's experimental and eerie choices weren't just reflected in his films but also in his music. Having scored most of his films, Lynch avidly recorded solo music and championed other musicians as well, be it Otis Redding or Lana Del Rey. So, it comes as little surprise that he also had an in-home music studio (aptly called Asymmetrical Music Studio), the relics of which are a part of the ongoing auction. These include a five-necked guitar (current bid at $7,000) that goes well with Lynch's unorthodox musical styles. Another highly prized possession is a sleek 1997 Parker Fly guitar with a sleek metallic black finish (current bid at $10,000). Other items include guitar pedals, synths, and even a bright blue ukulele. When it came to Lynch's book collection, the man had plenty of classic paperbacks, photography books, woodworking manuals, and some collections of nude and erotica art. A specific section is also devoted to his spiritual reads, owing to his long-time fascination with transcendental meditation. Books on Tibetan Buddhism, titles by spiritualist Deepak Chopra, and 'The Complete Book of Yogic Flying,' that kind of stuff. The auteur's many diverse interests in film, music, and spirituality are evident in the collection, but some items also reflect that he was a man very much like us. At $500, you can amass Lynch's collection of boardgames, including usual favourites like Scrabble and a 1000-piece jigsaw. A lunchbox full of nostalgia-inducing trinkets like a diecast car and a spinning top is also currently being bid at $1,250. And perhaps what made Lynch the most relatable to us mere non-Lynchian mortals was his love for a cup of Joe. Coffee is a recurring theme in the collection, which makes sense given how Lynch once told VICE that he finds 'a good friend' in a cup of coffee. Up for sale are commercial espresso grinders and home coffee machines, along with numerous Twin Peaks-themed coffee mugs. Which auction items are affordable for the average David Lynch fan? Hate to break it to you folks; nothing is worth a Coke and some cookies in the David Lynch Collection. Currently, the lowest bid goes to $300, which can get you an unappealing 'EcoloBlue Atmosphere Water Generator'. Add a hundred dollars more and you can get some light stands with carrying cases. The board games, a set of guitar amplifiers, and an exercise bike all go under the bid for $500 each. Seemingly plain dinner plates at $600; you get the rest. When is the auction happening? Online bids are already live, with the auction scheduled for June 18, 2025 at 10am PST at Los Angeles.
Hindustan Times
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
David Lynch's 450+ belongings to be sold at auction as fans express disappointment: ‘This is straight-up depressing'
The death of David Lynch, the enigmatic auteur behind some of cinema's most beloved works, has left a strange and quiet void in the hearts of longtime fans. Known for bending the boundaries of narrative, sound, and even the subconscious, Lynch always seemed a little untouchable — so when news of his passing broke, it felt, to many, almost unreal. And now, in a twist Lynch himself might've found uncanny, more than 450 pieces of his personal and professional life are being offered to the public. Julien's Auctions and Turner Classic Movies have announced a live auction titled The David Lynch Collection, set to take place on June 18, both online and at Julien's Auction House in Gardena, California. The items on offer span the length and depth of Lynch's creativity. From fine art and handcrafted furniture to well-loved tools from his home woodshop, and even the espresso machine he favoured, every piece is steeped in the essence of a man whose work blurred the line between dreams and waking life. There's also no shortage of memorabilia tied to Lynch's most iconic work. Props and pieces from Twin Peaks, Mulholland Drive, Eraserhead, The Elephant Man, and Blue Velvet will be available, including rare finds like a steel guitar from his home studio and a vintage chenille sofa reminiscent of one seen in Lost Highway. Additional Lynch memorabilia will appear in the Hollywood Legends auction on June 19 and 20, alongside items from O Brother, Where Art Thou, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and other cinematic landmarks. Some highlights will also be displayed at the sold-out Cinespia screening of Blue Velvet on May 31. As news of the auction spread online, reactions from fans were as emotionally complex as a Lynchian dream sequence. 'That belongs in a museum, is my only thought,' read the top comment on a Reddit thread discussing the auction. Another user wrote, 'I've never really wished I was rich until now… I'd love to be able to set up a David Lynch Museum. I really hope these lots go to some kind people who want to allow some of these things to go on show for fans to see.' Several commenters expressed sadness that such intimate pieces of Lynch's life — like his Christmas stocking and personal copies of scripts — were being offered to the highest bidder. 'Right, this doesn't feel ok? Some of this stuff seems really personal. Did he really want his stuff auctioned off like this?' asked one concerned fan. Others wondered whether the items should be preserved for public education and research: 'His cameras, all his gear, scripts etc should have been donated to a university or museum to view/study. This is straight-up depressing.' Stepping into the swirling discourse was Lynch's daughter, Jen Lynch, who offered some much-needed clarity on Reddit. 'The archives, of unspeakable value, will be given/sold to a school or museum,' she shared. 'This auction is for things from his homes. Personal furniture. Things he built. Things he loved. As his first-born daughter, I can tell you that we would not be having an auction for his archival material. That collection is beyond magical. Wherever it ends up, I recommend seeing it. Dad was prolific. Filled with the joy of doing and creating. All aspects of his work featured there. Auction is equally special but vastly different.' For fans, this is more than an auction. It's a rare and tangible opportunity to step closer to the dreamscape Lynch spent his life crafting.
Digital Trends
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
3 great Max crime dramas you should watch in May 2025
Table of Contents Table of Contents The Usual Suspects (1995) Blue Velvet (1986) Fast & Furious (2009) Few streaming libraries are filled with as many classics and hidden gems as Max. Because of the interface, it can be difficult to find those movies even if you're looking for them. Max's deep library is particularly impressive thanks to its crime dramas, with dozens that should be in streaming consideration. These crime dramas might be familiar, and even if you've seen them before, they're well worth a rewatch. They represent the wide range of stories you can get in the crime genre. Recommended Videos Need more recommendations? Then check out the best new movies to stream this week, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+. The Usual Suspects (1995) One of the great crime thrillers of the 1990s, The Usual Suspects is told almost entirely in retrospect. The film follows five mid-level criminals roped into a heist that goes terribly wrong. The reveals and plot twists of The Usual Suspects are fun, but the movie only gets deeper and more intriguing when you fully understand what's coming. It's a film packed with great performances, one that has lived on for decades in part because it feels as riveting in 2025 as it did 30 years ago. You can watch The Usual Suspects on Max. Blue Velvet (1986) David Lynch had made great movies before he made Blue Velvet, but this is one of the movies that came to define the way everyone saw the director. The mystery follows a college boy intrigued by and eventually caught up in a world of darkness and crime buried in his small town. The movie's exploration of America's evils and of the men who commit them is fascinating, but what really makes the movie work is the way Lynch and his main character seem both titillated and repulsed by the violence the movie depicts. Blue Velvet is a movie about the darkness at the heart of America and about how easy it is to be drawn in by it. You can watch Blue Velvet on Max. Fast & Furious (2009) A soft reboot for the entire Fast & Furious franchise after two sequels that didn't totally connect, Fast & Furious follows Vin Diesel's Dominic Toretto as he infiltrates a racing gang after someone he loves is murdered. When he crosses paths with Paul Walker's Brian O'Connor, who is the reason he had to flee across the border, the two decide to put aside their differences to investigate the crime. Fast & Furious wasn't critically acclaimed upon its release. However, the relatively tight plot with the franchise's signature racing created a recipe for success. You can watch Fast & Furious on Max.
