The beloved actress Diane Keaton, celebrated for her iconic roles in films like ‘Father of the Bride,’ ‘First Wives Club,’ and ‘Annie Hall,’ passed away on Saturday, October 11, at the age of 79. Her final Instagram post, shared on April 11 in honor of National Pet Day, was a touching tribute to her cherished Golden Retriever, Reggie.
The post, a collaboration with the home and lifestyle brand Hudson Grace, showcased a series of candid moments featuring Reggie, with Keaton sharing a photo alongside her loyal companion. The caption beautifully read, “Proof our pets have great taste too! Happy National Pet Day from HG & @diane_keaton.”
A devoted animal lover and a passionate advocate for animal rights, Keaton welcomed Reggie into her life in 2020. She often shared her affection for her canine friends, previously introducing Reggie with immense joy in a video post captioned, “THIS IS MY NEW DOG, REGGIE!!! IS SHE HALF HORSE OR HALF DOG? MAYBE SHE’S INSANE! I LOVE HER!”
Following the news of Keaton’s passing, PETA, the animal rights organization, fondly remembered her as a “true friend to animals.” PETA Senior Vice President Lisa Lange stated, “Diane Keaton’s impact as a brilliant and talented actor is undeniable, but PETA will always remember her as a true friend to animals.” Lange highlighted Keaton’s consistent use of her platform to champion animal welfare, from advocating for the often-overlooked pigeons to supporting the Big Cat Public Safety Act and encouraging a compassionate lifestyle by ditching meat.
A spokesperson for the Annie Hall star conveyed to People that further details were unavailable at the moment and that the family requests privacy during this time of profound sadness.