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Diane Keaton Dies at 79 in California, Family Confirms

The family has not disclosed a cause of death, requesting privacy.

Overview

  • A family spokesperson told People the Oscar-winning actress died Saturday in California, a report widely corroborated by major outlets including the New York Times.
  • Some outlets reported a recent sudden health decline and an 8:08 a.m. ambulance dispatch, but those details remain unconfirmed by officials or the family.
  • Keaton won the 1978 Best Actress Oscar for Annie Hall and became globally known for The Godfather films, with a five-decade career spanning acting, directing, producing, photography and writing.
  • She is survived by two adopted children, Dexter and Duke.
  • Tributes from colleagues and public figures poured in on social media, with remembrances from Bette Midler, Steve Martin, Leonardo DiCaprio and others.