Bette Midler, Ben Stiller, Kerry Washington, Nancy Sinatra and more have donated to Academy Award-winning actress Diane Keaton, who died Saturday at the age of 79.
Keaton’s “First Wives Club” co-star, Bette Midler, posted a photo of the two together on a merry-go-round thread, writing: “The brilliant, beautiful, extraordinary Diane Keaton has passed away. Words cannot express how unbearably sad this is.”
Midler continued, “She was cheerful and had none of the malice or competitiveness you would expect from a star like that. What you saw was who she was…oh, la, la!”
Another First Wives Club co-star, Goldie Hawn, paid tribute to the actress on Instagram with the caption, “It was a pleasure making The First Wives Club with you. From coffee in the makeup trailer to laughing and joking until the last day of filming. It was a roller coaster of love.”
“We agreed to grow old together, and someday live with all our girlfriends. Well, we couldn’t live together, but we grew old together. Who knows, but maybe in the next life. Shine some pixie dust there, girlfriend. I’ll miss you so much.”
Sarah Jessica Parker told Variety how much of an inspiration Keaton was to her: “Diane Keaton was an inspiration to countless actresses, myself included among those who loved and admired her. It was an honor to witness her extraordinary skill and talent on both The Wives Club and The Family Stone.”I will cherish not only those memories on set, but also her inspiring, entertaining and consummate film career, which is the incredible legacy of a wonderful person. She will be greatly missed. Rest in peace. ”
Ben Stiller reacted to the X news, acknowledging his long career, saying: “One of the greatest movie actors of all time. An icon of style, humor and comedy. Great. A great guy.”
Kerry Washington also expressed her condolences in a thread, sharing a portrait of the Oscar winner and writing, “Rest in Peace, Diane Keaton. Your talent, courage, and integrity were a true inspiration.”
Jane Fonda said on Instagram: “It’s hard to believe and accept that Diane is gone. She was always a ray of life and light, always laughing at her own flaws, and infinitely creative in her acting, her wardrobe, her books, her friends, her home, her library, her worldview. What was unique was who she was. And although she didn’t know it or wouldn’t admit it, hey, she was a great actress!”
Belinda Carlyle reflected on working with Keaton, who directed two of the singer’s music videos, “Heaven Is A Place on Earth” and “I Get Weak.”
“I can’t do it,” Carlyle wrote to X, followed by a heartbroken emoji. “Diane Keaton is a very talented person and was a big part of my career. She directed two of my videos, ‘Heaven Is A Place on Earth’ and ‘I Get Weak.’ She is a kind and quirky person and I was happy to know her. Rest in Peace Diane, you will be sorely missed. ”
Octavia Spencer said: “Today we lost a true original. @diane_keaton was more than just an actress. She was a force. A woman who taught us that being yourself is the most powerful thing you can do.”
Kate Hudson, whose mother Goldie Hawn co-starred with Keaton in The First Wives Club, wrote: “I love you so much Diane.”
Singer Nancy Sinatra spoke of how she “adored” her beloved actress, writing: “Diane Keaton has left us. Words cannot describe how deeply saddened I am.” “I adored and admired her. She was a very special person and an incredibly talented actor who made each role unforgettable. Her light will continue to shine through the art she left behind. Godspeed, Diane. My heart goes out to her family and each of us as we grieve this heartbreaking loss.”
Viola Davis wrote on Instagram, “No!! No!!! No!! God, not yet, no!!! Man…you defined femininity. Pathos, humor, lightness, an ever-present youthfulness and vulnerability. You put your soul into every role, making it impossible to imagine anyone else inhabiting them. You were, without a doubt, unapologetically you!!! I loved you man…rest in peace. God bless your family. I know the angels will fly you home.”
Jeremy O. Harris tweeted: “My condolences to Diane Keaton, America’s most graceful, elegant, and fiercely talented muse. She remained self-aware throughout her many roles. It reminded me, as a young performer, that the most interesting people are the many facets of themselves.”
Filmmaker and producer Joe Russo expressed his admiration for Keaton, tweeting, “Whether it was Annie Hall or Something’s Gotta Give, we will always remember when we fell in love with Diane Keaton. Rest in peace icon.”
Matthew Modine looked back on the time he spent with Keaton on the set of the 1984 film “Mrs. Sofel” with a nostalgic photo.
“Sometimes someone comes along who defies all definitions,” he wrote in the thread. “They are full of mystery. Sometimes they dig deep inside themselves trying to discover something hidden deep within themselves. Behind all this is a great smile, a razor-sharp wit, and an infectious laugh. Godspeed sisters.”
Melissa Rivers also paid tribute to Keaton, writing, “Diane Keaton could do it all! From dramatic roles like Kay Corleone in the Godfather trilogy to the hilarious and quirky roles in her Oscar-winning role as Annie Hall. , her talent seemed limitless. I also remember her cold phone call to my mom after the release of her documentary, Piece of Work, just to share her praise. She was going to do great things.” I missed it. ”
