When a director and an actor develop an ongoing creative partnership, a certain kind of magic happens, and this was certainly the case with actors Kyle MacLachlan and Laura Dern and director David Lynch.

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.

Isabella Rossellini has paid tribute to David Lynch — whose death was announced yesterday — with a post on Instagram. Rossellini shared an image of the pair embracing. The caption read: “I loved him so much.

Nicolas Cage and Cannes Film Festival pay tribute to legendary director David Lynch, who passed away at 78. Lynch, admired for his unique vision and cinematic genius, leaves behind dynamic films that continue to inspire.