Hollywood’s Biggest Stars Pay Tribute to Diane Keaton

News of the death of Hollywood star Diane Keaton was confirmed earlier today. She was 79 years old. A longtime collaborator of director Nancy Meyers, Keaton was also a fashion icon recognized for her quirky and androgynous sense of style, which she highlighted in her 2024 book Fashion First.

Keaton’s fans expressed their sorrow online, flooding social media with tributes to her presence and career that spanned six decades. Among them were colleagues and co-stars, who were quick to offer their thoughts about the actress, sharing memories of working with her, watching her, and admiring her talent both on stage and screen.

Here are some of the most moving celebrity tributes to Keaton and her influence on art and culture.

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Bette Midler

Midler shared a picture of Keaton on Instagram, writing in the caption, “The brilliant, beautiful, extraordinary Diane Keaton has died. I cannot tell you how unbearably sad this makes me. She was hilarious, a complete original, and completely without guile, or any of the competitiveness one would have expected from such a star. What you saw was who she was…oh, la, lala!”

Rosie O’Donnell

The A League of Their Own star shared the news on Instagram with a photo of Keaton, writing in the caption, “oh this breaks my heart – love to her children- what style what grace – she will be missed #ripdianekeaton ????????.”

Kimberly William Paisley

Paisley starred as Keaton’s daughter in Father of the Bride. She shared a screenshot from the film, writing, “Diane, working with you will always be one of the highlights of my life. You are one of a kind, and it was thrilling to be in your orbit for a time. Thank you for your kindness, your generosity, your talent, and above all, your laughter. ????????????️????❤️❤️❤️”

Elizabeth Banks

Banks posted a photo in which she is hiding behind Keaton and Sarah Paulson, writing, “She was beloved in her industry. Every one of us idolizes her. Her influence on culture, fashion, art and women can’t be overstated. She was a delight. I am proud I have a career that allowed me to meet her and breathe her air.”

Viola Davis

Davis shared a Reel of Keaton on Instagram, writing, “No!! No!!! No!! God, not yet, NO!!! Man… you defined womanhood. The pathos, humor, levity, your ever-present youthfulness and vulnerability — you tattooed your SOUL into every role, making it impossible to imagine anyone else inhabiting them. You were undeniably, unapologetically YOU!!! Loved you. Man… rest well. God bless your family, and I know angels are flying you home. ????????????”

Kaley Cuoco

Cuoco shared the news in her Instagram Stories, writing, “This is devastating. No words.”

Paul Feig

The director posted on X with a tribute.

Vanessa Hudgens

Hudgens shared a photo of Keaton in Annie Hall, writing, “RIP to this icon. What a gift—the films she left us with.”

Sophia Bush

Bush shared clips from Keaton’s film The First Wives Club, saying, “Absolutely crushed,” adding, “RIP legend. Thank you for teaching me more than I could ever list out.”

Octavia Spencer

Sharing a carousel of images, Spencer wrote, “Today we lost a true original. @diane_keaton wasn’t just an actress: she was a force. a woman who showed us that being yourself is the most powerful thing you can be. From Annie Hall to Something’s Gotta Give, she made every role unforgettable. But beyond the screen, she brought joy, laughter, and style that was all her own. Thank you, Diane, for reminding us that authenticity never goes out of fashion.”

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