3 minute readNews of Hollywood star Diane Keaton’s death was confirmed today. She was 79 years old. Keaton, a longtime collaborator with director Nancy Meyers, is also a fashion icon known for her eccentric and androgynous sense of style, which she highlighted in her 2024 book Fashion First.
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Keaton’s fans expressed their sadness online, and social media flooded with tributes to her presence and 60-year career. Among them were colleagues and co-stars who were quick to share their thoughts about her, sharing memories of working with her, watching her, and admiring her talent both on stage and screen.
Here are some of the most touching celebrity tributes to Keaton and her influence on art and culture.
Bette Midler
Midler shared a photo of Keaton on Instagram and wrote in the caption, “The brilliant, beautiful, extraordinary Diane Keaton has passed away. Words cannot express how unbearably sad this is. She was hilarious, a total original, and had none of the malice or competitiveness you would expect from a star like this. You saw who she was… oh la la la!”
Rosie O’Donnell
The A League of Their Own star shared the news on Instagram with a photo of Keaton, writing in the caption, “Oh this breaks my heart. Her love for her children, what style, what grace, we will miss her #RipDeanKeaton 😥💔.”
kimberly william paisley
Paisley played Keaton’s daughter in Father of the Bride. She shared a screenshot from the film and wrote, “Diane, working with you has always been one of the highlights of my life. You are one of a kind and I was thrilled to be in your orbit at one point. Thank you for your kindness, generosity, talent, and most of all, your laughter. 🙏🏻🕊️💔❤️❤️❤️.”
elizabeth banks
Banks posted a photo of herself hiding behind Keaton and Sarah Paulson, writing, “She was loved in the industry. We all adore her. Her influence on culture, fashion, art, and women cannot be overstated. She was such a joy. I’m so proud of my career that I got to meet her and breathe her air.”
viola davis
Davis shared Keaton’s reel on Instagram, writing, “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 and I know that the angels will take you home. 💔💔💔”
kaley cuoco
Cuoco shared the news on her Instagram Stories, writing, “This is shocking. I’m speechless.”
paul feig
The director posted a tribute to X.
Vanessa Hudgens
Hudgens shared a photo of Keaton in Annie Hall and wrote, “Rest in peace to this icon. What a gift the movies she left us.”
sophia bush
President Bush shared a clip from Keaton’s film The First Wives Club and said he was “absolutely devastated,” adding: “Rest in peace, legend. Thank you for teaching me so much.”
octavia spencer
Sharing a merry-go-round of images, Spencer wrote, “Today we lost a true original. @DianeKeaton 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. From ‘Annie Hall’ to ‘Annie Hall.’ But behind the screen, she brought joy, laughter, and style. Thank you, Diane, for reminding us that authenticity never goes away.” fashion. “
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