Oscar successful actor Diane Keaton, who died at 79, was recognized for her performances and magnificence that helped formed among the most indelible movies of all time, together with “The Godfather,” “Annie Hall,” “Father of the Bride” and “Something’s Gotta Give.”
She was beloved by followers and fellow actors, a lot of whom paid tribute Saturday after information of Keaton’s dying broke. They included co-stars resembling Bette Midler, Mandy Moore and Steve Martin, who shared an excerpt of an interview with Keaton and Martin Quick that he mentioned “sums up our delightful relationship with Diane.”
Here’s a roundup of some notable response to Keaton’s dying and legacy:
Bette Midler
“She was hilarious, a complete original, and completely without guile, or any of the competitiveness one would have expected from such a star. What you saw was who she was … oh, la, lala!” — On Instagram. Middler co-starred with Keaton in “The First Wives Club.”
Kimberly Williams-Paisley
“Diane, working with you will always be one of the highlights of my life. You are one of a kind, and it was thrilling to be in your orbit for a time. Thank you for your kindness, your generosity, your talent, and above all, your laughter.” — On Instagram. Williams-Paisley performed Keaton’s daughter within the “Father of the Bride” movies.
Steve Martin
“Loved!” — On the social platform X. Martin, who co-starred with Keaton in “Father of the Bride,” additionally posted on Instagram an interview trade during which Quick requested Keaton who was sexier, him or Martin. Keaton’s response: “I mean, you’re both idiots.”
Cynthia Nixon
“When I was a kid, Diane Keaton was my absolute idol. I loved her acting. I loved her vibe. I loved her everything.” — On Instagram. Nixon additionally recalled working with Keaton on the movie “Five Flights Up” as a “dream come true.”
Mandy Moore
“They say don’t meet your heros but I got to work with one of mine and even call her ‘mom’ for a few months. An honor of a lifetime. What an incandescent human Di is and was.” — On Instagram. Moore starred reverse Keaton within the 2007 movie “Because I Said So.”
Octavia Spencer
“Thank you, Diane, for reminding us that authenticity never goes out of fashion.” — On Instagram.
Ben Stiller
“One of the greatest film actors ever. An icon of style, humor and comedy. Brilliant. What a person.” — On X.
