Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actress recognized for her unforgettable roles in films such as The Godfather, Annie Hall, Father of the Bride, and Something’s Gotta Give, has sadly passed away at the age of 79.
The news of her passing evoked a profound outpouring of grief and tributes from fans and fellow actors. Co-stars like Bette Midler, Mandy Moore, and Steve Martin took to social media to honor Keaton's legacy, each sharing personal reflections on what she meant to them.
Bette Midler
In a touching post on Instagram, Midler described Keaton as a complete original and praised her unique ability to be both hilarious and genuine: What you saw was who she was … oh, la, lala!
Kimberly Williams-Paisley
Reflecting on their time working together in Father of the Bride, Williams-Paisley shared, Diane, working with you will always be one of the highlights of my life. You are one of a kind, and it was thrilling to be in your orbit for a time.
Steve Martin
Martin, who co-starred with Keaton, simply expressed his admiration with a succinct, heartfelt message: Loved! He also reminisced about their playful banter on set, sharing a video where Keaton humorously deflected a question regarding who was sexier between him and Martin Short.
More Tributes
Many others, including Cynthia Nixon and Octavia Spencer, shared their fond memories of Keaton, celebrating not only her immense talent but also her kind spirit. Nixon reflected on her childhood adoration for the actress, while Spencer thanked her for exemplifying authenticity. Mandy Moore honored Keaton as a heroine and mother figure during their collaboration, saying, What an incandescent human Di is and was.
Ben Stiller
Stiller remarked on Keaton's status as a film icon, stating, One of the greatest film actors ever. An icon of style, humor and comedy. Brilliant. What a person.
