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Diane Keaton, the acclaimed actress renowned for her roles in “Annie Hall,” the “Godfather” trilogy, and “Father of the Bride,” has passed away at the age of 79. Known for her distinctive charm and depth, Keaton was a defining figure in cinema for decades.

Her passing was confirmed by Dori Rath, a producer closely associated with Keaton’s projects. Further information has yet to be disclosed.

The news of her death sent ripples of disbelief across the global entertainment community.

Reflecting on Keaton’s unique spirit, Bette Midler, who shared the screen with her in “The First Wives Club,” wrote on Instagram, “She was uproariously funny, utterly original, and refreshingly genuine-free from the usual star rivalry. What you saw was truly who she was… oh, la, lala!”

Keaton’s performances have left an indelible mark on film history, from her iconic quirky style in “Annie Hall”-complete with neckties, bowler hats, and vests-to her poignant portrayal of Kay Adams in “The Godfather,” a character caught in the tragic Corleone saga.

Her rise to fame in the 1970s, particularly through her collaborations with Woody Allen, was just the beginning. Over the years, she continued to captivate audiences, notably through her enduring partnership with director Nancy Meyers.

Among her memorable roles were a corporate executive suddenly thrust into motherhood in “Baby Boom,” the loving mother in the “Father of the Bride” remake, a newly single woman navigating friendship and love in “The First Wives Club,” and a divorced playwright entangled with Jack Nicholson’s character in “Something’s Gotta Give.”

Keaton earned her first Academy Award for “Annie Hall” and received three additional Oscar nominations for her work in “Reds,” “Marvin’s Room,” and “Something’s Gotta Give.”

True to her playful nature, she famously quipped during her 1978 Oscar acceptance speech, “This is something.”

From Hollywood Roots to New York Stages

Born Diane Hall in January 1946 in Los Angeles, Keaton’s family was not entrenched in the entertainment world. Her mother was a homemaker and photographer, while her father worked in real estate and civil engineering-both nurturing her appreciation for the arts, including fashion and architecture.

Her passion for theater and music blossomed during her school years in Santa Ana, California. After just one year of college, she moved to New York City to pursue acting. Since another Diane Hall was already registered with Actors’ Equity, she adopted her mother’s maiden name, Keaton, as her stage name.

Under the tutelage of Sanford Meisner, she honed her craft, crediting him with empowering her to explore the complexities of human behavior safely and creatively.

In her 2012 memoir, “Then Again,” Keaton reflected, “Sanford Meisner taught me to embrace the darker facets of human nature, a realm I was drawn to but hesitant to explore.”

Her early career included understudy roles in Broadway productions like “Hair” and a Tony-nominated performance in Woody Allen’s “Play It Again, Sam” in 1968. Despite her success, she struggled with self-image and battled bulimia during her twenties.

Breakthrough with “The Godfather” and Woody Allen Collaborations

Keaton’s film debut came with the 1970 romantic comedy “Lovers and Other Strangers,” but her true breakthrough was landing the role of Kay Adams in Francis Ford Coppola’s “The Godfather,” a film that became a cinematic masterpiece. Although initially hesitant to reprise her role in the sequel, she ultimately embraced it after reading the script.

She described Kay as a character she never fully identified with, yet cherished the experience of acting alongside Al Pacino.

The 1970s were a prolific era for Keaton, marked by her frequent collaborations with Woody Allen in films such as “Sleeper,” “Love and Death,” “Interiors,” “Manhattan,” and the movie adaptation of “Play It Again, Sam.” Her dramatic role in “Looking for Mr. Goodbar” also garnered critical acclaim.

Her portrayal of Annie Hall, the quirky and self-effacing woman from Chippewa Falls, remains one of the most beloved characters in romantic comedy history. The New York Times critic Vincent Canby praised her as “Woody Allen’s Liv Ullman,” highlighting the unique emotional depth she brought to the role.

Keaton acknowledged some parallels between herself and Annie Hall but downplayed them, noting shared insecurities and aspirations.

Her personal relationship with Allen spanned from around 1968 to 1974, beginning when she auditioned for his play. They remained close collaborators and friends thereafter, with Keaton appearing in later Allen films like “Radio Days” and “Manhattan Murder Mystery.”

In her memoir, she fondly recalled Allen’s distinctive style and mannerisms that captivated her.

Keaton was also romantically linked to Al Pacino and Warren Beatty, her co-star and director in “Reds.” Though she never married, she adopted two children in her fifties: a daughter named Dexter and a son named Duke.

She once wrote, “To fulfill my dream of becoming a Broadway musical star, I chose to remain a devoted daughter. Love and marriage had to be set aside.”

She reflected on her relationships with men named Dave, Woody, Warren, and Al, questioning whether lasting commitments were possible, but recognizing that her ambitions always took precedence.

A Lasting Partnership with Nancy Meyers

While not every role was a triumph-such as her venture into action with George Roy Hill’s adaptation of “The Little Drummer Girl”-Keaton’s collaboration with Nancy Meyers began in 1987 and produced four cherished films.

Their first project together, “Baby Boom,” directed by Charles Shyer, received mixed reviews, but Pauline Kael praised Keaton’s “glorious comedic performance” that elevated the film.

Keaton and Meyers teamed up again for the “Father of the Bride” remake, where she and Steve Martin portrayed the overwhelmed parents of a bride, a box office success that led to a sequel.

In 2003, Meyers directed Keaton in “Something’s Gotta Give,” a romantic comedy where Keaton’s character, Erica Barry, navigates love with Jack Nicholson’s playboy and a younger doctor played by Keanu Reeves. Erica’s elegant Hamptons lifestyle and ivory wardrobe inspired the coastal grandmother fashion trend. This role earned Keaton her final Oscar nomination and remained one of her favorites.

Keaton also explored directing, helming an episode of “Twin Peaks,” a music video for Belinda Carlisle, and the dramedy “Hanging Up,” which she starred in alongside Meg Ryan and Lisa Kudrow.

Throughout the 2000s, Keaton maintained a steady presence in film with notable roles in “The Family Stone,” “Morning Glory,” and the “Book Club” series.

She authored several books, including her memoirs “Then Again” and “Let’s Just Say It Wasn’t Pretty,” as well as “The House That Pinterest Built,” focusing on art and design.

In 2017, Keaton was honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award, describing the event as a surreal and deeply meaningful celebration.

“It felt like the wedding I never had, the big party I always avoided,” she told the Associated Press. “It was a grand occasion, and I’m truly grateful.”

Her legacy was further cemented in 2022 with a hand and footprint ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, witnessed by her children.

At the ceremony, she humbly remarked, “I don’t dwell on my film legacy. I’m just fortunate to have been part of it in any way.”