She was an Oscar winning actor
21:02, 11 Oct 2025Updated 21:03, 11 Oct 2025
Diane Keaton(Image: WireImage)
Actor Diane Keaton, best known for roles in Annie Hall, The Godfather and Something’s Gotta Give, has died at the age of 79, according to US magazine People.
Keaton died in California and her loved ones have asked for privacy, a family spokesperson told the outlet.
The actor shot to fame in the 1970s with her role as Kay Adams in The Godfather trilogy, as well as her collaborations with Woody Allen.
She won an Oscar for Allen’s influential film Annie Hall and became associated with the title character’s menswear-centric wardrobe.
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Her many beloved films included The First Wives Club, Father Of The Bride, The Family Stone and the Book Club movies.
She was nominated for Oscars for her roles in Something’s Gotta Give, Marvin’s Room and Reds.
Tributes have been paid to her.
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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.”
Piers Morgan said on X: “RIP Diane Keaton, 79. Oscar-winning star of Annie Hall, brilliant in the Godfather and Father of the Bride movies. One of Hollywood’s greatest actresses, and a delightful lady. Sad news.”