Diane Keaton’s cause of death revealed just days after actress’ passing at 79 as her family pens emotional message to fans
Diane Keaton’s cause of death has been revealed just days after her passing at the age of 79 on October 11.
Her family issued an emotional statement to People on Wednesday to share the late actress passed away from pneumonia.
‘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,’ her loved ones expressed.
They also offered insight into what the Hollywood icon had been dedicated to, including her love for animals.
‘She loved her animals and she was steadfast in her support of the unhoused community, so any donations in her memory to a local food bank or an animal shelter would be a wonderful and much appreciated tribute to her.’
Over the past weekend on Saturday, a family spokesperson confirmed Keaton’s shock passing to People – sparking a wave of tributes from fellow Hollywood stars and fans.
Diane Keaton’s cause of death has been revealed just days after her passing at the age of 79 on October 11; seen in 2019 in L.A.
A friend close to Keaton previously told People that the star’s health had ‘declined very suddenly’ and was ‘heartbreaking for everyone who loved her.’
‘It was so unexpected, especially for someone with such strength and spirit,’ the insider continued.
‘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.’
Keaton’s final moments were also laid bare in a chilling 911 call that was placed on early Saturday morning.
In a recording obtained by TMZ, a dispatcher could be heard calling for the Los Angeles Fire Department to respond to reports of a ‘person down’ at Keaton’s residence around 8a.m.
The Godfather actress had been transported to a nearby hospital by ambulance where she was later pronounced dead.
