"An enduring and singular icon of cinema since her Oscar-winning turn in 1977's Annie Hall which her director, writer, co-star and former boyfriend Woody Allen based heavily on her own life Keaton starred in some of the key movies of the last half century, including The Godfather and its sequels, Reds, Marvin's Room, Something's Gotta Give, Father of the Bride and The First Wives Club."
"Her death came as a shock across Hollywood and the rest of the world; though she had not been in the public eye for some months, no illness had been announced. After her death, People quoted a source close to the actor saying that Keaton's health had declined very suddenly over recent months and that even many of her longtime friends weren't fully aware of what was happening."
Diane Keaton died of pneumonia on October 11 at age 79. Her family expressed deep gratitude for the extraordinary messages of love and support and asked that donations be made in her memory to causes she believed in, including local food banks and animal shelters. Keaton became an enduring film icon after her Oscar-winning role in 1977's Annie Hall and delivered notable performances in The Godfather films, Reds, Marvin's Room, Something's Gotta Give, Father of the Bride and The First Wives Club. Her health declined very suddenly over recent months, and her death surprised colleagues and fans. She is survived by two sisters and two adopted children.
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