Diane Keaton is dead – Hollywood mourns a film icon

The film world is in shock: acting legend Diane Keaton died on October 11, 2025 at the age of 79.

According to consistent media reports, the Oscar winner was found dead in her California home. A family spokesperson confirmed the death and asked for respect and Privacy in this difficult time.

Health and final hours

In the months before her death, Keaton's health had apparently deteriorated significantly, as close friends reported to US mediaShe has increasingly withdrawn from public life and has recently been surrounded almost exclusively by family members.

On the morning of October 11, a rescue operation was carried out at her home near Los Angeles after she "fell to the ground," according to a published emergency call. Paramedics took her to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Celebrity portal TMZ published corresponding audio recordings of the emergency call.

Withdrawal from the public

As early as spring 2025, Diane Keaton had surprisingly put her long-time Los Angeles estate up for sale – a move that irritated many acquaintances.

Her otherwise regular walks with her dog have also stopped in recent months. Friends report that she has increasingly focused on her home and her family.

A career full of milestones

Diane Keaton shaped Hollywood for decades – as actress, producer, and style icon. She celebrated her international breakthrough in 1972 in "The Godfather." She became known worldwide for her role in "Annie Hall" (1978) alongside Woody Allen, for which she received the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Her most famous films also include: “Reds” (1981), “Marvin’s Daughters” (1996) and “Something the Heart Desires” (2003).

With over 50 film roles and countless awards, she remains one of Hollywood's most important personalities - a woman who thrilled generations of viewers with her intelligence, wit and authenticity.

Private farewell planned

Diane Keaton leaves behind two adult children. The family has announced that they will not hold a public funeral and will spend her final days in silence. No details about the cause of death have been released yet.

With Diane Keaton, Hollywood loses not only an actress, but an icon of American film historyHer legacy lives on. In her films, in her distinctive style, and in the inspiration she leaves behind for artists around the world.

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