It was announced on Saturday, October 11, 2025, that Diane Keaton has died at the age of 79 after a successful acting career, and her co-star Leonardo has spoken out
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has shared a throwback photo to pay sweet tribute to Diane Keaton after she died at the age of 79 this weekend. It was announced by those close to her on Saturday, October 11, that the iconic actor had died.
The 50-year-old reminisced about working with Diane in the 1996 film Marvin’s Room. Leo posted a photo on social media from that time when he was only 18 years old.
Writing alongside the snap, Leo said: “Diane Keaton was one of a kind. Brilliant, funny, and unapologetically herself. A legend, and icon, and a truly kind human being. I had the honor of working with her at 18. She will be deeply missed.”
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He finished off the post with a dove emoji. Diane played the role of the aunt of DiCaprio’s teenage character, Hank. The film was directed by Jerry Zaks and boasted a star-studded cast including Meryl Streep and Robert De Niro.
Keaton died at age 79 in California, PEOPLE confirmed on Saturday. A spokesperson for the actor said: “There are no further details available at this time, and her family has asked for privacy in this moment of great sadness.”
The Oscar-winning actress was best known for her work in films like The Godfather, Annie Hall, The First Wives Club and Something’s Got To Give. Keaton also worked with director Nancy Meyers multiple times on projects like the Book Club series.
It has since been reported that closest friends were said to be unaware her health took a sharp turn in the months leading up to her death.
A friend of Diane’s told PEOPLE Magazine: “She declined very suddenly, which was heartbreaking for everyone who loved her. It was so unexpected, especially for someone with such strength and spirit.”
The source added: “In her final months, she was surrounded only by her closest family, who chose to keep things very private. Even longtime friends weren’t fully aware of what was happening.”
Several celebrity friends have sent tributes online to the star. Broadcaster Piers Morgan was one of the first as news of her death broke.
The former Good Morning Britain presenter told his Twitter (X) followers: “RIP Diane Keaton, 79. Oscar-winning star of Annie Hall, brilliant in The Godfather and Father of the Bride movies. One of Hollywood’s greatest actresses, and a delightful lady. Sad news.”
Singer and actress Nancy Sinatra was also among the A-listers paying gushing tributes to Diane. In her tribute, she said Diane’s death is a “heartbreaking loss” as she called her a “very special person”.
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