Diane Keaton’s pal and frequent collaborator Nancy Meyers pays touching tribute to late Oscar winner

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Nancy Meyers, a close friend and frequent filmmaking partner of Diane Keaton, shared a heartfelt message following the actress’s unexpected passing at age 79.

I was so moved to see so many people sharing their love for the incredible actress, and it really touched me when the 75-year-old writer, producer, and director – someone I deeply admire – described her as ‘fearless.’ It perfectly captured everything she was about.

On Monday, Meyers posted a screenshot from the 2003 movie *Something’s Gotta Give* on Instagram, along with a long and heartfelt message.

The last two days have been difficult. Seeing all the heartfelt messages about Diane has been truly comforting. As someone who loves movies, I join you in mourning the loss of a truly exceptional talent – a brilliant actress who consistently gave incredibly honest and vulnerable performances.

I recently lost a friend of nearly 40 years, and she felt like a sister to me. We shared so many wonderful memories together over the years.

As a director, I shared a rare and special connection with Diane. We understood each other perfectly, which is what every artist hopes for in a collaborator. Knowing she truly ‘got’ me made me a better writer, because I trusted her completely with my work.

 Meyers went on to describe Keaton personally and touched candidly on their relationship.

I understood how easily she could be hurt, but also how incredibly funny she was. It wasn’t just in her lines – she delivered them perfectly, making them sound spontaneous – but in everything she did, whether she was at the dinner table or simply entering a room. She had a natural gift for humor.

The reality is, Diane truly understands actors. I’ve seen her incredible work with Woody Allen countless times, and I’m always amazed by her performance in Warren Beatty’s *Reds*. She has that same ability to connect with and elevate other actors – it’s just her gift.

Meyers and Keaton first worked together in 1987 for the film Baby Boom.

They continued to work together on the 1991 film *Father of the Bride* and its 1995 sequel.

Oh my gosh, you guys, they did it again! Seeing them back on screen with Jack Nicholson in ‘Something’s Gotta Give’ in 2003 was just… incredible! And it wasn’t just *me* thinking that – the movie was HUGE! It made almost $125 million just in the US, and over $140 million everywhere else! That’s nearly $265 million total! I knew it would be amazing, they’re just magic together!

The director of ‘It’s Complicated’ highlighted Keaton’s exceptional acting ability, adding that she’s a truly gifted and captivating performer.

Meyers described the actress as incredibly dedicated and talented. He shared that everyone who worked with her recognized her ability to elevate any project. He specifically recalled watching her give her all on every film set, and praised her for skillfully balancing emotional depth with humor, as she did in the challenging crying scenes of ‘Something’s Gotta Give.’

I recall she had a funny habit of spinning around before filming, deliberately throwing herself off balance or releasing any tension, so she could fully focus on the scene.

The screenwriter concluded on a beautiful note.

Meyer wrote a touching tribute to Di, describing her as fearless and uniquely talented – a natural movie star. He shared that her laughter was infectious and that knowing and working with her profoundly impacted his life. He expressed his gratitude and said he would miss her dearly, forever.

According to a family representative, the award-winning actress died in California on Saturday.

Her loved ones have requested privacy as they mourn her loss.

Oh, my Buster Keaton! Everyone thinks he was this lonely figure, but he wasn’t alone! He had a family, you know? He didn’t have a wife, but he *adopted* two amazing kids – a daughter, Dexter, who’s 29 now, and a son, Duke, who’s 25. They were his whole world, I just *know* it.

The actress is remembered for her incredible career in Hollywood, and many consider her performances from the 1970s to be among the greatest of that era.

She starred in the lead role of the 1977 comedy *Annie Hall*, a film written and directed by Woody Allen. They worked together on many other well-known projects.

In 1978, Diane Keaton won the Best Actress award for her performance in *Annie Hall*. This was the first of four times she would be nominated for the award throughout her career.

I’ve always admired her acting, and she truly deserved the recognition she got for films like ‘Reds’ from 1981, ‘Marvin’s Room’ in ’96, and ‘Something’s Gotta Give’ from 2003. Those roles really showcased her talent!

I’ve been a huge Diane Keaton fan for years, and honestly, some of her best work, in my opinion, includes movies like ‘Baby Boom’ from 1987, ‘The First Wives Club’ in ’96, and of course, both ‘Father of the Bride’ movies – the originals from 1991 and 1995 are classics!

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2025-10-13 23:34