Actress Diane Keaton has died. She was 79.
The death of the award-winning movie star was confirmed by a family spokesperson to People Magazine.
According to the spokesperson, the legendary actress died in California. Further details haven’t been made available yet.
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Diane Keaton, born Diane Hall on January 5, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, is a celebrated American actress and filmmaker known for her versatile and iconic roles.
Raised in a creative household in Santa Ana, her mother Dorothy Deanne Keaton, an amateur photographer and homemaker, won the “Mrs. Los Angeles” pageant, which inspired Diane’s early passion for acting. Her father, John Newton Ignatius “Jack” Hall, worked as a civil engineer and real estate broker.
Growing up in a Free Methodist environment, Diane was influenced by strong female figures like Katharine Hepburn, whom she admired for portraying independent women.
Diane Keaton graduated from Santa Ana High School in 1964, where she participated actively in singing and acting clubs, starring as Blanche DuBois in a school production of A Streetcar Named Desire.
She briefly studied acting at Santa Ana College and Orange Coast College before moving to New York City to attend the prestigious Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre. To stand out professionally (there already was an actress named Diane Hall), she adopted her mother’s maiden name, Keaton.
Her early career included a notable Broadway role in the rock musical Hair (1968), where she attracted attention for refusing to remove clothing during the finale. Woody Allen cast her in his Broadway play Play It Again, Sam (1969), and she soon transitioned to film with him in movies like Play It Again, Sam (1972), Sleeper (1973), and Love and Death (1975).
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Diane Keaton’s breakthrough came with her role as Kay Adams in The Godfather (1972) and its sequel The Godfather Part II (1974), directed by Francis Ford Coppola, which established her as a Hollywood star. However, it was her collaboration with Woody Allen in Annie Hall (1977), a film written specifically with her in mind, that solidified her iconic status.
The role earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress and made her a fashion trendsetter with her unique, unisex style. She followed this success with a wide-ranging career spanning decades, including comedies like Father of the Bride and Something’s Gotta Give, and dramatic roles in Reds and Marvin’s Room.
Diane Keaton is also known for her work behind the camera as a director and producer, as well as an author and real estate developer. Her career, which has spanned more than 50 years, reflects a dedication to dynamic and strong female characters and has earned her a lasting legacy as a cultural icon.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is Diane Keaton dead?
Yes, Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actress famous for her roles in Annie Hall and The Godfather trilogy, passed away at the age of 79.
When did Diane Keaton die?
Diane Keaton died in October 2025. The news was confirmed on October 11, 2025, by her family.
How old was Diane Keaton when she died?
She was 79 years old at the time of her passing.
What is Diane Keaton best known for?
Diane Keaton is best known for her Academy Award-winning role in Annie Hall (1977), as well as her iconic portrayal of Kay Adams in The Godfather films. She also starred in popular movies such as The First Wives Club, Father of the Bride, and Something’s Gotta Give.
What was the cause of Diane Keaton’s death?
As of now, the cause of Diane Keaton’s death has not been publicly disclosed.
