Los Angeles, October 13, 2025 — The film world gathered in quiet reverence this weekend to honor Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actress whose brilliance, humor, and individuality reshaped Hollywood. At a private funeral held in Los Angeles, stars, directors, and lifelong friends filled the room to pay tribute to one of the industry’s most beloved icons.

Among those who spoke was Leonardo DiCaprio, who delivered a deeply personal eulogy that left many in tears. DiCaprio, who starred alongside Keaton in the 1996 family drama Marvin’s Room, described her as “one of the kindest and most authentic souls I’ve ever met.”

Standing before a projection of Keaton’s signature black-and-white portraits, DiCaprio began softly:

“I was just eighteen when I met Diane. She didn’t see me as a kid trying to prove himself — she saw me as a human being. That was her gift: she made everyone feel seen, valued, and safe.”

As he spoke, DiCaprio’s voice trembled with emotion, recalling the profound impact Keaton had on his early career.

“On the set of Marvin’s Room, she taught me that acting wasn’t about perfection — it was about honesty. She used to say, ‘Don’t act, just feel.’ And that’s something I’ve carried with me through every role since.”

The crowd, which included Hollywood legends like Al Pacino, Meryl Streep, Warren Beatty, and Woody Allen, listened in silence as DiCaprio shared heartfelt anecdotes about Keaton’s generosity and infectious spirit.

“She had this rare ability to make chaos feel like art,” he continued. “You could be laughing one second and crying the next — that was Diane. She was life in motion.”

After his tribute, a montage of Keaton’s most memorable scenes played — from Annie Hall and Something’s Gotta Give to The First Wives Club — accompanied by a soft piano rendition of “Seems Like Old Times.” Meryl Streep, visibly emotional, was seen clutching Al Pacino’s hand as the audience applauded through tears.

DiCaprio ended his eulogy with words that echoed throughout the room:

“She made me believe in humanity again. In a world obsessed with image, she reminded us that authenticity — not perfection — is what truly lasts. Diane didn’t just act in movies; she lived every frame.”

Following the service, guests gathered in the courtyard where white roses were placed around Keaton’s photograph — her trademark wide-brimmed hat perched beside it.

A family spokesperson later confirmed that the actress passed away peacefully in California at the age of 79, surrounded by loved ones.

Though Diane Keaton may be gone, her spirit — her laughter, her quirks, her honesty — continues to illuminate Hollywood. As DiCaprio concluded, “The world feels a little less magical without her, but her light — that beautiful, fearless light — will never fade.”

Her legacy, like her laughter, will echo forever.