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By Megan Cartwright
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Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actress renowned for her roles in Annie Hall and The Godfather series, died of pneumonia on Saturday in Los Angeles, her family confirmed to People. She was 79.
Why It Matters
Keaton’s death marks the loss of one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actresses, whose decades-long career included iconic roles and influence on American film, fashion and culture. News of her passing prompted tributes from fans, colleagues and industry figures, highlighting her enduring impact and the affection in which she was held.
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What To Know
In a statement shared with People, the family said: "The Keaton family are very grateful for the extraordinary messages of love and support they have received these past few days on behalf of their beloved Diane, who passed away from pneumonia on October 11."
They added: "She loved her animals and she was steadfast in her support of the unhoused community, so any donations in her memory to a local food bank or an animal shelter would be a wonderful and much appreciated tribute to her."
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The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to Keaton’s home the morning of her death and transported her to a hospital, The Los Angeles Times reported. Initially, the family withheld the cause of death, requesting privacy as they processed their grief.
What People Are Saying
Bette Midler, Keaton's co-star in The First Wives Club , said on Instagram: "The brilliant, beautiful, extraordinary Diane Keaton has died. I cannot tell you how unbearably sad this makes me. She was hilarious, a complete original, and completely without guile, or any of the competitiveness one would have expected from such a star. What you saw was who she was…oh, la, lala!"
Former Today show co-host Katie Couric wrote on Instagram: "I am so so so sad."
Actor Ben Stiller wrote on X: "Diane Keaton. One of the greatest film actors ever. An icon of style, humor and comedy. Brilliant. What a person."
Keanu Reeves, who starred alongside Keaton in 2003's Something's Gotta Give told E! News: "Total pro. She was very nice to me. Generous, generous artist and a very special, unique person."
Filmmaker Woody Allen paid tribute to his longtime collaborator on Sunday in The Free Press, per NBC News: "She had huge talent for comedies and drama, but she could also dance and sing with feeling. She also wrote books and did photography, made collages, decorated homes, and directed films. Finally, she was a million laughs to be around."
What Happens Next
AMC Theatres will run limited re-releases of Keaton's classics Annie Hall and Something’s Gotta Give in her honor beginning on Friday, Variety reported.
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