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Diane Keaton’s Cause Of Death Revealed In Heartbreaking Family Statement
The family members of the “Looking for Mr. Goodbar” actor have spoken out, disclosing the reason behind her passing and their wishes for her to live on in memory.
After Diane Keaton passed away, shock erupted on social media as users struggled to cope with the unexpected loss and the revelations made by her family.
One stunned netizen wrote, “What!! Omg what a horrible thing! I wasn’t expecting that. So sad.” Another asked, “Was it not skin cancer?” A third added, “That’s so fixable. Sad 😢.”
A different commenter reacted, “I don’t believe it,” while another remarked, “Wow no way!” A separate commenter said, “Hmmm 🤔 that’s suspicious.”
One individual stated, “pneumonia.” Another shared a personal reflection, “pneumonia Something [sic] can be so fatal. I almost passed away from it last year. It’s not as fixable as one would think!”
The family sent a statement to People on October 15, 2025, amid a flurry of emotional responses on the internet:
“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.”
However, Keaton’s kindness endures even after she passes away. Her family urged everyone to show kindness in remembrance of her legacy:
“She loved her animals and she was steadfast in her support of the unhoused community, so any donations in her memory to a food bank or an animal shelter would be a wonderful and much appreciated tribute to her.”
According to many close to Keaton, her health had been slowly declining in the months before she passed away, even though her family confirmed pneumonia as the cause of death.
Longtime friend and Oscar-winning lyricist Carole Bayer Sager has revealed the disturbing circumstances of her last encounter with the late celebrity in a heartbreaking new discovery that she shared with the same outlet. The visit took place a few weeks prior to Keaton’s untimely death at the age of 79.
A Jarring Appearance That Left Carole Bayer Sager Reeling
The songwriter’s last encounter with Keaton left an indelible mark. “I saw her two or three weeks ago, and she was very thin,” Sager told the outlet. “She had lost so much weight.” The sudden transformation shocked her.
Sager spoke with sincere grief and incredulity of her beloved friend’s remarkably fragile appearance. Earlier this year, the adored actress was temporarily relocating to Palm Springs due to the January wildfires.
“She had to go to Palm Springs because her house had been damaged inside, and they had to clean everything,” revealed Sager, who noted that she had seen her close friend less this year because of the fires.
“She was down there for a while, and when she came back, I was kind of stunned by how much weight she’d lost,” the songwriter added, her comments resonating with the anxiety of someone who was watching a silent fight.
Still a Light in the Darkness
Despite the visible signs of her declining health, Keaton remained, in Sager’s eyes, a creative force — vibrant, curious, and bursting with light. “She was a magic light for everyone,” Sager recalled warmly. “I just loved her. She was so special, she just lit up a room with her energy.”
Diane Keaton never let illness stifle her natural passion, whether she was taking pictures of her surroundings or working on artistic endeavors.
“She was happy and upbeat and taking photographs of everything she saw. She was completely creative; she never stopped creating,” Sager divulged.
That creative passion was perhaps best captured in their musical collaboration, “First Christmas,” released in November 2024. Co-written with Jonas Myrin, the track marked Keaton’s only solo single — a project Sager remembers fondly. “She so loved recording this song,” Sager said. “She was almost childlike about it.” The experience wasn’t just about making music — it was an emotional outlet.
“She was so authentic when she sang it […] she was sort of acting it, you know, because she is a great actress. And then she’d start to cry when she was singing it. But she did such a beautiful job,” added Keaton’s musical gal pal.
An Icon Through and Through
Sager also like Keaton’s signature style, which was a whimsical yet sophisticated combination that was always admired.
“She went to the movies always dressed like she was about to shoot another scene for ‘Annie Hall,'” Sager shared. “She’d wear her hats and her jackets and her baggy pants, and her belts. She was a fashion icon of her own making.”
The gifted songwriter also talked about how she, Keaton, and fellow A-lister Bette Midler were all members of a monthly “movie group.” Midler voiced her anguish and sadness at the tragic news through her own tribute.
Although Sager’s poignant story provides insight into Keaton’s last years, the actress’s struggle with health problems dates back to her 20s, far before her recent deterioration and death.
A Quiet Decline No One Expected
Sources close to the “Book Club” star say the beloved actress “declined very suddenly,” leaving her inner circle “heartbroken” and in disbelief. A longtime friend revealed, “It was so unexpected, especially for someone with such strength and spirit.”
As the end drew near, Keaton’s world grew smaller. The insider added, “In her final months, she was surrounded only by her closest family, who chose to keep things very private. Even longtime friends weren’t fully aware of what was happening.” Those words echo the quiet dignity with which she always faced life’s hardest moments.
Skin Cancer: The Hidden Battle That Shaped Her Advocacy
Keaton’s battle with disease started quite early in life. She was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer, at the age of 21. She developed squamous cell carcinoma years later and had to have two surgery to remove the malignant cells.
The actress became an outspoken supporter of sun safety because she was determined to save others from suffering the same fate. She boldly declared that she never left home without the brand’s sunscreen when she joined L’Oréal Paris as a spokesman in 2006.
Reflecting on her family’s medical history, Keaton once said, “It’s a family history. I remember my Auntie Martha had skin cancer so bad they removed her nose. My father had basal skin cancer and my brother had it. It’s tricky with this skin cancer. That’s why you’ve got to put the sunblock on [sic].”
However, she also acknowledged that she had to learn the hard way and that she had disregarded skin protection when she was younger. She sadly acknowledged, “I didn’t start sun care until my 40s,” calling her previous negligence stupid.
A Secret Struggle with Bulimia
Keaton battled a terrible eating condition that almost ruined her long before Hollywood glamorized being slim. She was told to shed 10 pounds when she was barely 20 years old and getting ready for a Broadway part; this demand set her on the path to bulimia. In an interview with Dr. Oz in 2014, Keaton revealed the grim reality:
“All I did was feed my hunger, so I am an addict. It’s true. I’m an addict in recovery, I’ll always be an addict. I have an addictive nature to me [sic].”
Keaton’s account of her eating patterns during the worst of her illness is still startling. A feast of fried chicken, French fries with blue cheese and ketchup, television dinners, a whole cake, three banana cream pies, and pounds of candies were among the 20,000 calories the actress admitted she would devour each day before purging.
The Turning Point Toward Recovery
Eventually, she sought help after someone close to her raised concerns. “Somebody mentioned that I seemed to have some mental issues, so I went to an analyst,” Keaton recalled. Her path to healing began with five therapy sessions a week, a grueling emotional process that helped her regain control over her life and body.
Despite her success and accolades, the actress hardly ever discussed her difficulties in public. In private, however, she confronted them with silent fortitude, drawing power from reflection rather than show.
A Legacy of Resilience and Grace
Despite her on-screen grins and humorous eccentricities, Keaton’s real life was much more complicated. Beneath the glamour was a lady who, although facing intense personal struggles, inspired millions with her openness, humor, and genuineness.
Even the brightest stars have dark sides when they are not in the spotlight, as her story poignantly reminds us. Even though Keaton kept a lot of her suffering hidden, her bravery and candor in facing her ailments would live on in her legacy.
Final Moments Revealed as Mystery Surrounds Cause of Death
Just hours after her passing, TMZ obtained chilling dispatch audio from the moment emergency responders were called to Keaton’s Los Angeles-area home. “Rescue 19, person down…” a voice said, before giving her address.
The outlet claims that early on Saturday, October 11, Keaton was taken by ambulance to the hospital. Sadly, though, she did not make it out alive. The cause of her death is still unknown.
From ‘Annie Hall’ to Iconic Elder Stateswoman of Hollywood
Keaton was more than just an actor; she was a force for generations to come, with her floppy hats, crisp clothes, and a voice full of love and humor.
Starring in “The Godfather” as Kay Adams, she cemented her legacy with “Annie Hall,” winning an Oscar and starting a sartorial trend that continues to this day.
Her subsequent roles in “The First Wives Club,” “Something’s Gotta Give,” and the “Book Club” movies showcased her ability to depict women with nuance, grace, and bravery.
She took on her mother’s maiden name, Keaton, after being born Diane Hall in Los Angeles in 1946, and she never looked back. She was a unique star because of her genuineness both on and off television.
As they grieve the passing of a woman whose legacy will live on via her movies, her style, and her fierce spirit, Keaton’s family has requested solitude.
A woman who, despite its complexity, inspired us to laugh, cry, and believe in love. Never forgotten, yet gone. Keaton, rest in peace.
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