Career Timeline of Diane Keaton: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Diane Keaton built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Diane Keaton is an American actress whose career has spanned over five decades. She gained prominence during the New Hollywood movement and is particularly known for her frequent collaborations with Woody Allen, appearing in eight of his films. Keaton's work has been recognized with numerous awards, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and two Golden Globe Awards. She has also received nominations for Emmy and Tony Awards. Further recognition includes the Film at Lincoln Center Gala Tribute in 2007 and the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2017.
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1969: Broadway Production of Play It Again, Sam
In 1969, Diane Keaton played a role in the Broadway production of "Play It Again, Sam", written by Woody Allen, which led to a romantic relationship between them.
1971: Collaborations with Woody Allen
From 1971 to 1993, Diane Keaton and Woody Allen collaborated on eight films.
1977: Academy Award and Golden Globe Win for Annie Hall
In 1977, Diane Keaton won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award for her performance in Woody Allen's Annie Hall.
1978: Relationship with Warren Beatty and Casting in Reds
In 1978, Diane Keaton became romantically involved with Warren Beatty, leading to her casting as Louise Bryant in his epic historical drama, "Reds." She played a journalist and feminist who works with radical journalist John Reed.
1979: Last Major Allen Collaboration Until 1993
In 1979, "Manhattan" marked Diane Keaton and Woody Allen's last major collaboration until "Manhattan Murder Mystery" in 1993.
1979: Manhattan and Reds Begin Filming
In 1979, Diane Keaton and Woody Allen's long working relationship ended with "Manhattan," their last major collaboration until 1993. Additionally, filming began for the epic historical drama "Reds", where Keaton played Louise Bryant.
1980: Publication of Reservations
In 1980, Diane Keaton's collection of photographs of hotel interiors, titled "Reservations", was published as a book. This marked a significant step in her exploration of photography as more than just a hobby.
1981: Co-starring in Reds
In 1981, Diane Keaton co-starred with Warren Beatty in the film Reds. The troubles with the production are thought to have strained the relationship.
1982: Starring in Shoot the Moon
In 1982, Diane Keaton starred in the domestic drama "Shoot the Moon" opposite Albert Finney. The film received mostly positive reviews and Keaton's performance was praised.
1984: Release of The Little Drummer Girl and Positive Reviews for Mrs. Soffel
In 1984, Diane Keaton starred in "The Little Drummer Girl," which was a financial and critical failure. However, she received positive reviews for her performance in "Mrs. Soffel" the same year.
1987: Directing Heaven and Music Videos
In 1987, Diane Keaton directed and edited her first feature film, "Heaven", a documentary about the possibility of an afterlife. She also directed music videos, including Belinda Carlisle's "Heaven Is a Place on Earth."
1987: Starring in Baby Boom and Cameo in Radio Days
In 1987, Diane Keaton starred in "Baby Boom", her first collaboration with Nancy Meyers. She also made a cameo in Woody Allen's film "Radio Days".
1988: Release of The Good Mother
In 1988, Diane Keaton starred in "The Good Mother," which was a financial disappointment and received negative reviews for her performance.
1990: Reprising Role in The Godfather Part III
In 1990, Diane Keaton reprised her role as Kay Adams in "The Godfather Part III," which was set 20 years after the end of "The Godfather Part II."
1991: Starring in Father of the Bride
In 1991, Diane Keaton starred with Steve Martin in the family comedy "Father of the Bride", which became a major hit after some commercial disappointments.
1993: Reunion with Woody Allen
Diane Keaton and Woody Allen collaborated again in 1993, after a long hiatus since "Manhattan" in 1979.
1993: Starring in Manhattan Murder Mystery
In 1993, Diane Keaton starred in "Manhattan Murder Mystery," her first major film role in a Woody Allen film since 1979. She received a Golden Globe nomination for her performance.
1995: Directing Unstrung Heroes
In 1995, Diane Keaton directed "Unstrung Heroes," her first theatrically released narrative film. It received generally well-reception critically.
1996: Starring in Marvin's Room
In 1996, Diane Keaton starred as Bessie, a woman with leukemia, in "Marvin's Room". She earned a third Academy Award nomination for the film.
1996: Starring in The First Wives Club
In 1996, Diane Keaton starred in the comedy "The First Wives Club", which became her most successful film of the decade. The film grossed US$105 million at the North American box office, and it developed a cult following among middle-aged women.
1996: Claimed Never to Direct Herself in a Film
In a 1996 interview, Diane Keaton claimed that she would never direct herself in a film, stating that directors have different goals than actors.
1997: Starring in The Only Thrill
In 1997, Diane Keaton starred in "The Only Thrill" opposite her "Baby Boom" co-star Sam Shephard.
1999: Narrating If I Get Out Alive
In 1999, Diane Keaton narrated the public radio documentary "If I Get Out Alive", which focused on the conditions young people face in the adult correctional system. The program received a National Headliner Award and a Casey Medal for Meritorious Journalism.
2000: Directing and Starring in Hanging Up
In 2000, Diane Keaton directed and starred in "Hanging Up" with Meg Ryan and Lisa Kudrow. The film rated poorly with critics and grossed a modest $36 million at the North American box office.
2001: Town & Country Release and TV Films
In 2001, Diane Keaton starred in "Town & Country" with Warren Beatty, which was both a critical and financial failure. The film only grossed $7 million against a budget of $90 million. Also in 2001, she starred in low-budget television films like "Sister Mary Explains It All".
2003: Production of Elephant
In 2003, Diane Keaton produced the Gus Van Sant drama Elephant, which is about a school shooting.
2003: Recollection of Photography Interests
In 2003, Diane Keaton recalled her growing interest in photography during the late 1970s. She mentioned how "Rolling Stone" magazine prompted her to take photographs, leading her to explore lobbies and ballrooms in old hotels. She found adventure in capturing these deserted places on her own.
2003: Academy Award and Golden Globe Nomination for Something's Gotta Give
In 2003, Diane Keaton received an Academy Award nomination and won a Golden Globe Award for her performance in Something's Gotta Give.
2003: Success with Something's Gotta Give
In 2003, Diane Keaton starred in the romantic comedy "Something's Gotta Give" alongside Jack Nicholson. The film was a box office success, grossing $125 million in North America, and Keaton received her fourth Academy Award nomination for her performance.
2005: Huffington Post Blogger
From 2005, Diane Keaton was a contributing blogger at The Huffington Post.
2005: The Family Stone Release
In 2005, Diane Keaton starred in the comedy "The Family Stone", where she played a breast cancer survivor. The film was a moderate success, earning $92.2 million worldwide.
2006: Vanity Fair article about Reds Role
In a 2006 Vanity Fair article, Diane Keaton discussed her role as Louise Bryant in the movie "Reds", describing her as an 'everyman' and reflecting on her own insecurities. The assistant director noted that it was one of Keaton's most difficult roles.
2007: Starring in Because I Said So and Mama's Boy
In 2007, Diane Keaton starred in both "Because I Said So" and "Mama's Boy". "Because I Said So" was critically panned and earned Keaton a Golden Raspberry Award nomination.
2008: Roles in Smother and Mad Money
In 2008, Diane Keaton starred in "Smother" and appeared in "Mad Money" alongside Katie Holmes and Queen Latifah. "Mad Money" is based on the British television drama "Hot Money".
2010: Starring in Morning Glory
In 2010, Diane Keaton starred in the comedy "Morning Glory" alongside Rachel McAdams and Harrison Ford, portraying a veteran TV host. The film was inspired by Neil Simon's 1972 Broadway play, "The Sunshine Boys".
2010: Joining Darling Companion Production
In the fall of 2010, Diane Keaton joined the production of the comedy-drama "Darling Companion".
November 2011: Publication of Then Again
In November 2011, Diane Keaton's first memoir, Then Again, was published by Random House, relying heavily on her mother's private journals.
2011: Production Begins on The Big Wedding
In 2011, Diane Keaton began production on Justin Zackham's ensemble family comedy "The Big Wedding", a remake of the 2006 French film "Mon frère se marie".
2012: Audiobook Release of Slouching Towards Bethlehem
In 2012, Diane Keaton's audiobook recording of Joan Didion's Slouching Towards Bethlehem was released on Audible.com.
2014: Starring in And So It Goes and 5 Flights Up
In 2014, Diane Keaton starred in "And So It Goes" and "5 Flights Up". She also received the Golden Lion Award at the Zurich Film Festival, becoming the first woman to receive the award.
2015: Love the Coopers Release
In 2015, Diane Keaton starred in "Love the Coopers", an ensemble comedy about a family getting together for Christmas. She also took an executive producer credit in the film.
2017: Hampstead Release
In 2017, Diane Keaton appeared in the British dramedy film "Hampstead".
2017: AFI Life Achievement Award
In 2017, Diane Keaton received the AFI Life Achievement Award, presented by Woody Allen, recognizing her contributions to film.
2017: American Film Institute Lifetime Achievement Award
In 2017, Diane Keaton was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the American Film Institute, presented by Woody Allen, with tributes from various celebrities.
2018: Book Club Release
In 2018, Diane Keaton starred in "Book Club", where she plays one of four friends who read "Fifty Shades of Grey" as part of their book club. The film became Keaton's biggest commercial success since 2003's "Something's Gotta Give".
2019: Starring in Poms
In 2019, Diane Keaton starred in the comedy "Poms" as a woman dying of cancer who starts a cheerleading squad.
2020: Father of the Bride Part 3(ish) and Love, Weddings & Other Disasters
In 2020, Diane Keaton reprised her role in "Father of the Bride Part 3(ish)" and starred in "Love, Weddings & Other Disasters".
2022: Mack & Rita, Saved, and Textile Collection
In 2022, Diane Keaton starred in "Mack & Rita", released her photography book "Saved", and collaborated with S. Harris on a textile collection called "Elements by Diane Keaton".
2023: Maybe I Do and Book Club: The Next Chapter
In 2023, Diane Keaton starred in "Maybe I Do" and "Book Club: The Next Chapter".
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