Diane Keaton's Kids Mark One Year Since Her Death With Tributes That Hit Right in the Heart

Diane Keaton’s children are honoring their mom in the most personal way. On October 11, 2026, the first anniversary of the actress’s death, daughter Dexter White and son Duke Keaton each shared heartfelt tributes on social media. Dexter posted a black-and-white photo from her 2021 wedding day with the caption,“One year without you, mom. It somehow feels like yesterday and forever ago all at once.”Duke shared a carousel of three photos with his mother, writing,“I love you Mom. Thinking of you every day.”

Keaton died of pneumonia in October 2025 at age 79. She kept her health struggles out of the spotlight, choosing instead to spend her final years surrounded by close family. The Oscar-winning star adopted both Dexter and Duke when they were babies, and her role as a mother was one she cherished deeply. Actress Sarah Paulson, a longtime friend, offered support in the comments on Duke’s post, a quiet reminder of the community Keaton built around herself.

For fans who grew up watching Keaton in Annie Hall, The First Wives Club, and Father of the Bride, these tributes feel personal. They’re a reminder that behind the icon was a mom whose kids adored her. What’s your favorite Diane Keaton memory or film? Tell us in the comments.