Actress Diane Keaton Dies At 79
Diane Keaton, the beloved actress known for iconic roles in Annie Hall, Father of the Bride, and The First Wives Club, died on October 11 at the age of 79.
A spokesperson for her family confirmed the news to PEOPLE at the time. Keaton’s family later shared that she died of pneumonia. They also thanked fans for the outpouring of support.
“The Keaton family are very grateful for the extraordinary messages of love and support they have received these past few days on behalf of their beloved Diane, who passed away from pneumonia on October 11,” the statement read. “She loved her animals and she was steadfast in her support of the unhoused community, so any donations in her memory to a local food bank or an animal shelter would be a wonderful and much appreciated tribute to her.”
The actress was born in Los Angeles in 1946 and got her career start in high school singing and acting clubs. After graduation she furthered her entertainment career pursuits with a nightclub act as a singer, as an acting school student, and eventually as an understudy on Broadway’s production of Hair.
Her breakout came quickly. She earned a Tony nomination for her first Broadway lead in Play It Again, Sam, followed by her film debut in Lovers and Other Strangers. In 1972, she rose to fame with her iconic role in The Godfather.
Keaton went on to star in numerous films, particularly dramas and mysteries directed by Woody Allen. In 1977, she won her first and only Academy Award for her unforgettable performance in Annie Hall.
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Keaton’s L.A. Home Is Now Listed For Sale
Just two months following her passing, Keaton’s 9,000+ square-foot Los Angeles home has reportedly been listed for $26,900,000, according to TMZ.
Her family (or estate) has placed the spacious Sullivan Canyon property on the market that the actress extensively renovated years ago. The transformation of the mansion, completed in 2017, was one of Keaton’s notable design projects.
The five-bedroom, seven-bath residence, which Keaton was especially fond of, has even been named “The House That Pinterest Built,” as reported by the New York Post.
The actress reportedly had a knack for flipping homes, and built a second career off the remarkable projects.
“She’s developed a keen talent for home flipping, particularly when it came to the restoration of neglected or abandoned properties,” Realtor.com wrote earlier this year.
Keaton initially placed the property on the market in March of this year, with an asking price of $28.9 million; however, the listing price was reduced to $27.5 million by May. Before her passing, the home was removed from sale.
“Nestled in prestigious Sullivan Canyon, this grand private and gated estate is a visual treasure trove, where every corner reveals a multitude of intricate details designed to captivate and inspire,” its listing notes. “The sprawling brick structure exudes timeless elegance, enhanced by reclaimed features that pay homage to classic craftsmanship while embracing modern sophistication.”
