Hollywood and Philadelphia alike are mourning the passing of Diane Keaton, the beloved Oscar-winning actress and devoted Philadelphia Eagles supporter. Keaton passed away in California on October 11 at the age of 79, her family confirmed. “There are no further details available at this time, and her family has asked for privacy in this moment of great sadness,” a family spokesperson shared.
According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, Keaton was transported from her home to a local hospital early Saturday morning, where she was later pronounced deceased.
Keaton rose to fame in the 1970s for her iconic role as Kay Adams in The Godfather, opposite Al Pacino. She went on to win an Oscar for Best Actress in 1977’s Annie Hall, directed by Woody Allen, and became one of the most admired actresses of her generation. Over her career spanning five decades, she starred in acclaimed films such as The First Wives Club, Something’s Gotta Give, and Book Club, collaborating frequently with director Nancy Meyers.
Born in Los Angeles in 1946 as Diane Hall, she adopted her mother’s maiden name, Keaton, when she began acting professionally. Her path to success wasn’t easy — she faced rejection, body image struggles, and even battled bulimia early in her career. In interviews, Keaton spoke openly about those challenges: “It had to do with an overabundant need for more. Too much. It was a mental illness.”
Despite the glitz of Hollywood, Keaton remained deeply grounded and proud of her Philadelphia roots — especially her unwavering loyalty to the Eagles. She often posted about the team on social media, attending games whenever possible and even wearing the team’s green proudly on film sets. In a 2019 interview, she joked, “I’ve been through heartbreaks with the Eagles just like anyone else. But once you bleed green, you don’t turn back.”
Known for her charm, wit, and authenticity, Keaton inspired generations of actors and fans alike. To those who loved her — in Hollywood or in Philly — she wasn’t just a movie star, but family.
As one fan commented online: “She was more than an icon. She was one of us — an Eagles fan till the very end.”
