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Actress Diane Keaton Dies at 79, Family Confirms Pneumonia as Cause

Renowned actress Diane Keaton died at 79 from pneumonia, her family confirmed, expressing gratitude for public support and detailing her survivors and philanthropic legacy.

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  • Actress Diane Keaton passed away at the age of 79 on October 11, with her family confirming pneumonia as the cause of her unexpected death.
  • Keaton's family expressed gratitude for the public's support following her death and revealed she was surrounded by her adopted children, Dexter and Duke.
  • She is survived by her two younger sisters and her two adopted children, Dexter and Duke, whom she adopted in her 50s.
  • Diane Keaton was widely recognized for her deep love of animals and her unwavering support for the unhoused community throughout her life.
  • In her memory, the Keaton family encouraged well-wishers to make donations to local food banks or animal shelters, honoring her philanthropic spirit.
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Center-leaning sources cover Diane Keaton's passing with a neutral and informative tone. They focus on reporting factual details such as the family's statement, the cause of death, and her extensive career achievements. The coverage avoids loaded language or subjective interpretations, instead presenting a straightforward account of her life and the public's reaction, consistent with standard obituary practices.

"The family of actress Diane Keaton has thanked fans for their "extraordinary messages of love and support" following the actress's death aged 79."

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"While Keaton had an undoubtedly prolific career both as an actor and director, it seems her uniqueness and humble personality are what her loved ones remembered her for after her death."

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"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."

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"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."

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Diane Keaton passed away due to pneumonia.

Diane Keaton is survived by her two adopted children, Dexter and Duke, as well as her two younger sisters.

Diane Keaton supported causes related to animals and the unhoused community throughout her life.

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