Diane Keaton Dead at 79: Hollywood Icon Remembered for ‘Annie Hall,’ ‘The Godfather,’ and Timeless Style
Actress, director, and style icon Diane Keaton has died at the age of 79, her family confirmed. The Oscar-winning star passed away in California. No additional details about the cause of death have been made public.
Keaton’s career spanned over five decades, with unforgettable roles in films like The Godfather, Annie Hall, Baby Boom, The First Wives Club, and Something’s Gotta Give. Her performances helped define multiple generations of cinema, from 1970s classics to modern romantic comedies.
She first broke through in 1972 as Kay Adams-Corleone in The Godfather, opposite Marlon Brando and Al Pacino. That same year, she appeared with Woody Allen in Play It Again, Sam, marking the start of a long-running artistic partnership that led to some of her most acclaimed roles.
In 1978, she won the Academy Award and Golden Globe for Annie Hall, cementing her place as a leading lady with wit, vulnerability, and unmatched charisma.
Throughout the ’80s and ’90s, Keaton starred in a string of hits, including Father of the Bride, Marvin’s Room, and The First Wives Club. In 2003, she won another Golden Globe for Something’s Gotta Give, holding her own opposite Jack Nicholson in one of the era’s most beloved romantic comedies.
Beyond acting, Keaton was a photographer, director, and published author. Her eccentric fashion sense — wide-brimmed hats, men’s suits, and oversized glasses — became part of her lasting image. She remained a fixture on red carpets and in interviews well into her later years.
Off-screen, Keaton was known for her fiercely private personal life, though she was romantically linked at different times to Al Pacino, Warren Beatty, and Woody Allen.
She is survived by her two children, Dexter (29) and Duke (25).
Keaton’s final public post on Instagram came on April 11, showing her beloved Golden Retriever, Reggie — a quiet window into the life of a woman who lived it fully, on her own terms.
Diane Keaton’s legacy as one of Hollywood’s most original and enduring talents is secure. Her voice, her style, and her unforgettable performances will continue to inspire generations to come.