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Keanu Reeves Remembers Diane Keaton as a "Generous, Unique Artist"
14 Oct
Summary
- Diane Keaton, star of The Matrix, passed away on October 11, 2025 at age 79
- Keanu Reeves, Keaton's co-star in Something's Gotta Give, praised her as a "generous, unique person"
- Director Nancy Meyers, who worked with Keaton on several films, called her a "brilliant actress" and a dear friend
On October 11, 2025, the entertainment world mourned the passing of acclaimed actress Diane Keaton at the age of 79. Keaton, best known for her roles in The Matrix and the hit romantic comedy Something's Gotta Give, was remembered by her co-stars and collaborators as a true talent and a cherished friend.
Keanu Reeves, who starred alongside Keaton in Something's Gotta Give, released in 2003, spoke fondly of the late actress. "She was very nice to me. Generous, generous artist and a very special, unique person," Reeves said. The veteran actors' on-screen chemistry and mutual admiration were evident to all who witnessed their work together.
Filmmaker Nancy Meyers, who directed and wrote Something's Gotta Give, as well as several other films featuring Keaton, shared a heartfelt tribute to her longtime friend and collaborator. "As a movie lover, I'm with you all -- we have lost a giant. A brilliant actress who time and again laid herself bare to tell our stories," Meyers wrote. She praised Keaton's vulnerability, humor, and the way she always "made everything better" on set.
Meyers and Keaton had worked together on several projects over the years, including the 1987 film Baby Boom, 1991's Father of the Bride, and its 1995 sequel. Their creative partnership and personal friendship spanned nearly four decades, a testament to the profound impact Keaton had on those she worked with.
