Los Angeles: Acclaimed Hollywood actress and Oscar winner Diane Keaton passed away at the age of 79. A family spokesperson confirmed that she died on Saturday in California. Diane Keaton had an illustrious career and worked in multiple celebrated films with renowned filmmaker Woody Allen, earning worldwide fame and recognition.
Born as Diane Hall in Los Angeles in 1946, she was the eldest of four siblings. Her father was a civil engineer, and her mother, a homemaker, greatly influenced her artistic vision with her creativity.
Keaton’s passion for acting and storytelling began in childhood. She started her artistic career in the late 1960s through theatre and television. Her international breakthrough came in 1972 with her portrayal of Kay Adams in Francis Ford Coppola’s legendary film The Godfather. The film went on to become one of the most successful movies in cinematic history and received the Academy Award for Best Picture.
Diane Keaton’s remarkable talent, distinctive performances, and unique screen presence made her one of the most celebrated actresses of her time.
