Heartbreaking 911 call reveals new details about Diane Keaton’s sudden death

Diane Keaton Dies at 79: A Hollywood Legend Remembered

Hollywood is mourning the loss of Diane Keaton, the Academy Award–winning actress whose charm, wit, and individuality transformed film and fashion for over half a century. Keaton passed away peacefully at her Los Angeles home on October 11 at age 79.

Paramedics reportedly responded to an emergency call shortly after midnight, and she was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. Her family confirmed that she was surrounded by loved ones in her final moments.

“In her final months, she was with her closest family,” a source told People, noting that even longtime friends didn’t realize how quickly her health had declined.

Keaton’s remarkable career began in 1968 with the stage production Hair, but her breakout came with Woody Allen’s Play It Again, Sam. She went on to define an era of cinema with iconic performances in Annie Hall, The Godfather trilogy, Something’s Gotta Give, and The First Wives Club.

Known for blending humor, intelligence, and vulnerability, Keaton portrayed strong yet deeply human characters, redefining what it meant to be a Hollywood leading lady. Friend and songwriter Carole Bayer Sager recalled her boundless creativity, saying, “She never stopped finding beauty in the everyday.”

Off-screen, Keaton was celebrated for her bold fashion sense — oversized suits, hats, and effortless confidence — as well as her work as a photographer, author, and preservationist.

Her passing marks the end of an era. Diane Keaton’s life remains a testament to authenticity, courage, and the quiet grace of being unapologetically oneself.