Angelo Badalamenti has died: the composer of Twin Peaks was 85 years old

Famous film and television composer Angelo Badalamenti has died aged 85.

A family member of Badalamenti posted on his Instagram to confirm the news of his passing, stating in a comment that he "passed away peacefully".

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Badalamenti was best known for his work with David Lynch, as the two collaborated on projects like Twin Peaks, Lost Highway, Wild at Heart and Mulholland Drive. Badalamenti has also composed music for films such as A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors and Between Worlds, and contributed music to the video game Fahrenheit.

Earlier this afternoon, Lynch refrained from recommending music in his daily weather report on YouTube, saying, "Today, no music."

Badalamenti is survived by his wife Lonny and his daughter Danielle.

ComingSoon sends its condolences to the friends and family of Angelo Badalamenti during this difficult time.