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Diane Keaton, Oscar-Winning Actor, Dies at 79 in California

A family spokesperson confirmed her death in California; no cause has been disclosed.

Overview

  • People first reported the death, citing a family spokesperson, and major outlets including the New York Times have corroborated the news.
  • Her family has requested privacy, and no details about the cause or circumstances have been released.
  • Keaton won the 1978 Academy Award for Best Actress for Annie Hall after an early breakthrough as Kay Adams in The Godfather.
  • Across five decades she appeared in more than 60 films and also worked as a director, author and photographer, cementing a reputation as a style icon.
  • She never married and is survived by two adopted children, Dexter and Duke.