Stars Celebrate Diane Keaton’s Unique Legacy in Heartfelt Tributes
Legendary Oscar-winning actor Diane Keaton, who recently passed away at the age of 79, has left an indelible mark on cinema. Known for her memorable roles in classics like *The Godfather*, *Annie Hall*, *Father of the Bride*, and *Something’s Gotta Give*, her impact on film and fashion cannot be underestimated.
Following the news of her death, tributes poured in from fans and fellow actors alike. Co-stars such as Bette Midler, Mandy Moore, and Steve Martin paid heartfelt respects. Martin even shared a snippet of an interview that captured the delightful dynamic he shared with Keaton.
Here’s a collection of notable reactions honoring Keaton’s remarkable life and legacy:
Bette Midler
“She was genuinely hilarious, completely original, and utterly authentic. What you saw was exactly who she was. Oh, la, lala!” — Midler shared on Instagram, recalling their time in *The First Wives Club*.
Kimberly Williams-Paisley
“Working with you will always be among the highlights of my life. You were one of a kind, and it was a true honor to be in your orbit. Thank you for your kindness, generosity, talent, and laughter.” — Williams-Paisley, who portrayed Keaton’s daughter in the *Father of the Bride* films, expressed on Instagram.
Steve Martin
“Loved!” he proclaimed on social media. Martin, who starred alongside her in *Father of the Bride*, also shared a humorous exchange where Keaton playfully dubbed both him and Martin Short “idiots”.
Goldie Hawn
“How do we say goodbye? What words suffice when your heart is heavy? You were always humble, now you can’t tell me to ‘shut up’, sweetie. There was, and will be, no one like you.” — Hawn shared on Instagram.
“As a child, Diane Keaton was my idol. I admired her acting, her energy, her everything.” — Nixon wrote on Instagram, reminiscing about their collaboration on *Five Flights Up*.
Mandy Moore
“They say never meet your heroes, but I was fortunate enough to work with one and even call her ‘mom’ for a while. It was a true honor. Diane was an incandescent soul.” — Moore shared on Instagram, reflecting on her role opposite Keaton in *Because I Said So*.
Octavia Spencer
“Thank you, Diane, for showing us that being genuine is always in style.” — Spencer wrote on Instagram.
Ben Stiller
“One of the greatest film actors ever. A true icon of style, humor, and comedy. Brilliant. What a remarkable person.”— Stiller commented on X.
