David Lynch, Naomi Watts and Mulholland Drive

Naomi Watts Almost Quit Acting Before Joining David Lynch's ‘Mulholland Drive'
Naomi Watts said on Tuesday that she almost quit acting before David Lynch cast her in Mulholland Drive. "He was very instrumental to me. Even being in America, I wouldn't have stayed had I not have met David Lynch,
Naomi Watts Says Her ‘Heart Is Broken’ Over Director David Lynch’s Death: ‘He Put Me on the Map’
After starting her career in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s, Watts scored her breakout role in Lynch’s 2001 mystery thriller Mulholland Drive. She portrayed lookalikes Betty Elms and Diane Selwyn, the former of which worked to help a woman with amnesia named Rita (played by Laura Harring) unravel the truth of her identity.
Naomi Watts pays tribute to 'Mulholland Drive' director David Lynch, says "My heart is broken"
"My heart is broken. My Buddy Dave..." wrote 'Mulholland Drive' star Naomi Watts on Instagram about the demise of filmmaker David Lynch, reported Deadline. Lynch revealed in 2024 that he was diagnosed with emphysema after a lifetime of smoking and would likely not be able to leave his house to direct any longer.
Naomi Watts on ‘Terrifying’ Wildfires, ‘Mulholland Drive’ and Her Friendship With Nicole Kidman
Naomi Watts, 56, is a British actress best known for her roles in the films “Mulholland Drive,” “21 Grams” and “Birdman” and TV’s “Feud: Capote vs. The Swans.” She is the author of “Dare I Say It: Everything I Wish I’d Known About Menopause” (Crown).
Naomi Watts credits late David Lynch for Hollywood career
Naomi Watts wouldn’t be a Hollywood star if it weren’t for David Lynch.Naomi Watts nearly left the acting world before a pivotal meeting with the late director changed her
Naomi Watts Mourns Longtime Collaborator David Lynch's Death: 'He Put Me on the Map'
Watts has repeatedly credited her success as a screen star to Lynch in the past. Celebrating the 20th anniversary of her breakout movie Mulholland Drive in 2021, she wrote, “This film changed my career. David Lynch changed my life. I'm forever grateful.”
Naomi Watts Says ‘Mulholland Drive' Director David Lynch "Put Me On The Map"
My heart is broken. My Buddy Dave…” began Mulholland Drive star Naomi Watts on Instagram about the death of that pic’s filmmaker David Lynch today. “The world will not be the same without him. His creative mentorship was truly powerful,
Kyle MacLachlan, Naomi Watts and others share heartfelt tributes to David Lynch: ‘He put me on the map’
With the passing of beloved director David Lynch, many of the actors he worked with – along with countless staunch admirers – have shared emotional tributes and testaments to his legacy.
Kyle MacLachlan, Naomi Watts mourn 'dear friend' David Lynch
Kyle MacLachlan, Naomi Watts, Isabella Rossellini and other collaborators of David Lynch mourned the filmmaker's death on social media.
Naomi Watts: Billy Crudup made cheeky confession about his testicles when we first slept together
Show” star made the quip because the actress felt embarrassed about using an estrogen patch while going through menopause.
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Naomi Watts Details “Romantic” Conversation She Had With Billy Crudup About His Pubic Hair
Naomi Watts and Billy Crudup’s romance began unlike most: with an endearingly honest conversation about growing older, ...
Naomi Watts Reveals Why Billy Crudup's 'Romantic' Comment Before Their First Night Together Was 'Everything' (Exclusive)
Naomi Watts opens up about sex, aging and husband Billy Crudup's hilarious comment before their first night together, which ...
Naomi Watts' teens Kai and Sasha 'completely grossed out' by famous mom — here's why
Naomi and her longtime former partner Liev Schreiber welcomed two children together, 17-year-old Sasha and 16-year-old Kai, ...
“You Can’t Do This In Half Measures”: Naomi Watts On Her Startingly Honest Book About Menopause
I need to bare my whole soul, in a way,” the Oscar-nominated actor Naomi Watts tells Evan Ross Katz of her decision to write ...
David Lynch in Photos: Milestones With Laura Dern, Cannes With Naomi Watts, Vegas With Isabella Rossellini and More
The visionary "Twin Peaks" filmmaker is remembered as a complete original and built up quite the list of collaborators since ...
Steven Spielberg, Nicolas Cage, Naomi Watts Remember David Lynch: ‘Brave, Brilliant, and a Maverick'
Kyle MacLachlan, James Gunn, Laura Harring, Questlove, and more shared tributes following the death of one of Hollywood's ...
Aussie stars Naomi Watts, Hugh Jackman lead tributes to legendary Hollywood filmmaker David Lynch
Australian film stars Naomi Watts and Hugh Jackman have joined the tributes to legendary Hollywood filmmaker and writer David ...