History of Diane Keaton in Timeline
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.
1972: Informal Living Arrangement
By 1972, Diane Keaton and Woody Allen's living arrangement had become more informal after having briefly lived together during the production of Play It Again, Sam.
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.
1979: Relationship with Warren Beatty
In 1979, Diane Keaton was dating Warren Beatty when they co-starred in the film Reds.
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.
1981: Academy Award Nomination for Reds
In 1981, Diane Keaton received an Academy Award nomination for her performance in Reds.
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.
1985: Reclusive Star
In 1985, Vanity Fair called Diane Keaton "the most reclusive star since Garbo", highlighting the media attention surrounding her relationship with Warren Beatty.
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: Collection of Images
In 1987, Diane Keaton mentioned she has amassed a large collection of images, including kissing scenes from movies and other visual elements that she found appealing.
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: Daytime Emmy Award Nomination
In 1990, Diane Keaton received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for CBS Schoolbreak Special.
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: Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year
In 1991, Diane Keaton received the Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year award from Harvard's Hasty Pudding Theatricals for her contribution to the world of entertainment.
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.
1994: Primetime Emmy Nomination for Amelia Earhart: The Final Flight
In 1994, Diane Keaton received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her work in Amelia Earhart: The Final Flight.
1995: Vegetarian Lifestyle
Around 1995, Diane Keaton became a vegetarian.
1995: Directing Unstrung Heroes
In 1995, Diane Keaton directed "Unstrung Heroes," her first theatrically released narrative film. It received generally well-reception critically.
1995: Honored by New York Women in Film & Television
In 1995, Diane Keaton was honored by the New York Women in Film & Television association.
1996: Adoption of a Daughter
In 1996, Diane Keaton adopted her first child, a daughter.
1996: Academy Award Nomination for Marvin's Room
In 1996, Diane Keaton received an Academy Award nomination for her performance in Marvin's Room.
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: Golden Apple Award
In 1996, Diane Keaton won the Golden Apple Award as the Female Star of the Year, sharing it with Goldie Hawn and Bette Midler.
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: Crystal Award at Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards
In 1997, Diane Keaton received the Crystal Award at the Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards.
1997: Starring in The Only Thrill
In 1997, Diane Keaton starred in "The Only Thrill" opposite her "Baby Boom" co-star Sam Shephard.
1997: Women in Film Crystal Award
In 1997, Diane Keaton, along with Goldie Hawn and Bette Midler, received the Women in Film Crystal Award for expanding the role of women in the entertainment industry.
1998: Elle Women in Hollywood Awards
In 1998, Diane Keaton received the Icon Award at the Elle Women in Hollywood Awards.
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: Adoption of a Son
In 2001, Diane Keaton adopted a son, expanding her family.
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.
2003: Real Estate Deal with Madonna
In 2003, Madonna purchased a $6.5 million Beverly Hills mansion from Diane Keaton, who had renovated and redesigned it.
2004: Opposition to Plastic Surgery
In 2004, Diane Keaton told More magazine that she opposed plastic surgery, valuing authenticity in her appearance.
2004: AFI Star Award
In 2004, Diane Keaton won the AFI Star Award during the US Comedy Arts Festival.
2005: Huffington Post Blogger
From 2005, Diane Keaton was a contributing blogger at The Huffington Post.
2005: Lifetime Achievement Award from Hollywood Film Awards
In 2005, Diane Keaton received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Hollywood Film Awards.
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: Film Society of Lincoln Center's Gala Tribute
In 2007, Diane Keaton received the Film Society of Lincoln Center's Gala Tribute.
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.
2013: Audie Award Nomination
In 2013, Diane Keaton's performance in the audiobook of Joan Didion's Slouching Towards Bethlehem was nominated for an Audie Award in the Short Stories/Collections category.
2014: Golden Icon Award at Zurich Film Festival
In 2014, Diane Keaton received the Golden Icon Award at the Zurich Film Festival.
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: Relationship with Al Pacino
In 2017, Diane Keaton reflected on her past relationship with Al Pacino, describing him as charming, hilarious, and gorgeous.
2017: Continued Friendship with Woody Allen
In 2017, Diane Keaton stated that she visited Woody Allen and his wife whenever she was in New York, expressing her adoration for him.
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: Special David at David di Donatello Awards
In 2018, Diane Keaton received a Special David at the David di Donatello Awards.
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".
2021: Reasons for Never Marrying
In 2021, Diane Keaton stated that she felt her mother "chose family over her dreams" and that this was a key factor in her decision to remain unmarried, valuing her independence.
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".
2025: Pacino's Remembrance
Following Diane Keaton's death in 2025, Al Pacino issued a statement remembering her as a partner and friend who brought him happiness and influenced his life.
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