Following news of Diane Keaton’s death, her family has confirmed that the Oscar-winning actress died of pneumonia on October 11 at the age of 79.
“The Keaton family is so grateful for the extraordinary messages of love and support they have received over the past few days from their beloved Diane, who passed away from pneumonia on October 11,” the statement read. People.
The Oscar winner’s family also shared a passion close to her heart, writing: “She loved her animals and was a strong supporter of the unhoused community, so any donations in her memory to a local food bank or animal shelter would be a wonderful and much appreciated tribute.”
From his notable role in Francis Ford Coppola The godfather to her adorable portrayal of a divorced playwright in Nancy Meyers’ Something has to give, Keaton has mastered everything from romantic comedies to drama throughout his prolific career.
Hollywood mourned his passing, with stars and co-stars sharing tributes on social media in his memory. Jane Fonda, who starred alongside Keaton in Book club and its sequel Book Club: The Next Chapterposted a photo of a smiling Keaton on Instagram. “She was always a spark of life and light, constantly laughing at her own weaknesses, being creative without limits… in her acting, her wardrobe, her books, her friends, her homes, her library, her worldview,” Fonda wrote in the caption. “She was unique. And even if she didn’t know it or didn’t want to admit it, man, she was a good actress!
Coppola also honored Keaton’s memory, writing in a statement, “Words cannot express the wonder and talent of Diane Keaton. Infinitely intelligent, so beautiful,” and adding, “Everything about Diane was creativity personified.”
