Diane Keaton Dies at 79: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jane Fonda Pay Tribute

Hollywood mourns the loss of Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actor renowned for her iconic performances in ‘Annie Hall’ and ‘The Godfather’ series. Keaton passed away unexpectedly on October 11, 2025, at the age of 79, leaving fans and colleagues heartbroken.

Tributes poured in from Hollywood stars, remembering her talent, charm, and unapologetic individuality.

Leonardo DiCaprio, who worked with Keaton in Marvin’s Room, shared a throwback photo on Instagram, writing:
"Diane Keaton was one of a kind. Brilliant, funny, and unapologetically herself. A legend, an icon, and a truly kind human being. She will be deeply missed."

Jane Fonda, Keaton’s co-star in Book Club, posted:
"It’s hard to believe... Diane was always a spark of life and light, limitlessly creative in her acting, wardrobe, books, friends, and world view. Unique is what she was. And she was a fine actress."

Other celebrities also paid heartfelt tributes:

• Kate Hudson: “We love you so much Diane.”

• Jamie Lee Curtis: “What a great actress. #DianeKeaton”

• Michael Douglas: “RIP to my friend Diane Keaton. A heartbreaking loss of one of the greatest icons in our industry. Sending my deepest condolences to the Keaton family.”

• Julia Garner: “Unapologetically herself. Radiant on screen. Wit, warmth, style — one of a kind. Godspeed to this icon. RIP #DianeKeaton”

Born Diane Hall in Los Angeles in 1946, Keaton rose to fame with her portrayal of Kay Adams in The Godfather opposite Al Pacino, a role she reprised in its sequels. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1977 for Woody Allen’s Annie Hall, cementing her legacy as one of Hollywood’s most enduring and beloved icons.

Her influence on cinema, fashion, and culture continues to inspire generations, making her loss deeply felt across the industry and among fans worldwide.