Longtime Collaborator Unveils David Lynch's Surprising Comedic Side

In a recent event for the Twin Peaks: Conversation With The Stars tour, Sabrina S. Sutherland, a longtime collaborator of the late filmmaker David Lynch, provided a rare glimpse into the director's unexpected comedic side. Sutherland, who worked on seasons 2 and 3 of Twin Peaks, told the audience that Lynch was "hysterically funny, like, all the time" and would make her "laugh every day 'til I cried."

This revelation about Lynch's sense of humor comes as a surprise to many fans of his work, which is often known for its dark, serious themes. Sutherland acknowledged that her answer might not be what the audience expected from the acclaimed director of films like Blue Velvet and The Elephant Man.

Sadly, Lynch was unable to participate in the Twin Peaks reunion tour, as he had planned to do via video call. Sutherland revealed that the legendary filmmaker had wanted the cast to embark on this tour, but he passed away in January 2025, before it could come to fruition.

In the wake of Lynch's death, several stars who had worked with him over the years shared their own tributes and insights into the director's impact on their careers. Kyle MacLachlan, who starred in Twin Peaks and collaborated with Lynch on Dune and Blue Velvet, credited the filmmaker for "kickstarting" his career and allowing him to "travel in worlds I could never have conceived on my own." Naomi Watts, who appeared in both Mulholland Drive and Twin Peaks: The Return, also expressed her gratitude for Lynch, saying he had put her "on the map" after years of struggling to break into the industry.

As the Twin Peaks cast continues to reflect on their time working with the legendary director, Sutherland's anecdote about his unexpected comedic talents serves as a poignant reminder of the multifaceted nature of Lynch's creative genius.