Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton has reportedly passed away at the age of 79, as confirmed by US media sources. Born in Los Angeles, Keaton gained recognition in the 1970s for her portrayal of Kay Adams-Corleone in The Godfather series. Her filmography also includes notable works such as The Father of the Bride, First Wives Club, and Annie Hall, the last of which earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1978.
Keaton’s career in Hollywood spanned over five decades, and she died in California, with her family confirming the news to People magazine. The New York Times also received confirmation from a source regarding her death.
Tributes have poured in from fellow actors, with Bette Midler, her co-star from First Wives Club, expressing her sorrow on Instagram, stating that Keaton was “brilliant, beautiful, extraordinary.” Midler described her as hilarious and original, highlighting her genuine nature. Actor Ben Stiller also paid homage on social media, labeling Keaton as “one of the greatest film actors ever” and an “icon of style, humor, and comedy.”
In addition to her Oscar for Annie Hall, Keaton received nominations for her performances in Something’s Gotta Give, Marvin’s Room, and Reds. Throughout her life, she chose not to marry and adopted two children: a daughter named Dexter and a son named Duke.
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