Love your description of Diane Keaton. She was always so classy in such a unique way. I once saw her as well. About 20 years ago she was behind me on the escalator in the Beverly Hills Neiman Marcus. I recognized her voice as she chatted with a companion and did all I could to preserve her privacy by not turning around and doing the fan thing. But I did dawdle after getting off the escalator so I could have a long look. So stylish, so comfortable in loose black pants, a sharp white blouse with a distinctive high collar that covered her neck jutting out of her black jacket. I was awed.
"a consummate weirdo" love, love, love this phrase!! This eulogy gave me a feeling of warmth and made me smile. It reminded me that there are a variety of modes of mulebrity. I have a deeper appreciation of Diane Keaton's unique expression and protection of what is outer and what is inner. Thank you :)
A lovely tribute to the iconic Diane Keaton, and I'm struck by the delicate truth of the observation that those who are free spirits in this world, as the ethereal Diane Keaton so manifestly was, make us feel free. Her graceful humor and open vulnerability, those gently expressive eyes, her quirky stylishness, she seemed always so naturally herself.
Thank you! I enjoyed that glimpse of her you shared.
I was surprised to see she had passed because I thought, "Wasn't she just in a film?"
I didn't know she was 79. Apparently neither did she! I checked and she's been in films consistently every year. Two in '23 and two in '24 with 3 in pre-production! Good for her! I'm sad she's gone, I wish she was still making films, but to die unexpectedly at 79 isn't a bad deal. And I'm happy for her about that.
I typically don’t post on celebrity passings but Diane’s hit me in a way I can’t explain and want to explain. I wish, as a former Mormon, I could have been more like her. Now that I’m out of the religion I can be. She is everything I want to be. I followed her for years. I think of this quote: Because too much of my life was spent waiting to be seen. Hoping to be seen, hoping to be picked. Once you realize that you aren't looked at that way any more, other things start to happen and you have to depend on other things to get by. Diane Keaton
I’ve spent my entire life waiting to be seen and picked and I’m nearing 60. I’m done with that. I want to be a force like her.
I send you my best regards and kisses from far away Iran. You are a lovely,charming and lovely face, you will always have a place in my heartmailto:hamid.kh4995@gmail.com
Seems fitting I am reading this tonight. I didn't and don't know much of or about her. Now I know some of her. And, I'll carry this with me: your description.
Beautiful and true. Hard to believe she’s gone.
She has the kindest eyes. In a class all her own. Thank you for this insight.
She really did!
Love your description of Diane Keaton. She was always so classy in such a unique way. I once saw her as well. About 20 years ago she was behind me on the escalator in the Beverly Hills Neiman Marcus. I recognized her voice as she chatted with a companion and did all I could to preserve her privacy by not turning around and doing the fan thing. But I did dawdle after getting off the escalator so I could have a long look. So stylish, so comfortable in loose black pants, a sharp white blouse with a distinctive high collar that covered her neck jutting out of her black jacket. I was awed.
I love this memory.
"a consummate weirdo" love, love, love this phrase!! This eulogy gave me a feeling of warmth and made me smile. It reminded me that there are a variety of modes of mulebrity. I have a deeper appreciation of Diane Keaton's unique expression and protection of what is outer and what is inner. Thank you :)
Well put. She did protect herself, I think, with her clothing.
Beautiful tribute, thank you.
A lovely tribute to the iconic Diane Keaton, and I'm struck by the delicate truth of the observation that those who are free spirits in this world, as the ethereal Diane Keaton so manifestly was, make us feel free. Her graceful humor and open vulnerability, those gently expressive eyes, her quirky stylishness, she seemed always so naturally herself.
I always loved her as a kid. Somehow, I love her more now as a man. Nice job.
Thank you! I enjoyed that glimpse of her you shared.
I was surprised to see she had passed because I thought, "Wasn't she just in a film?"
I didn't know she was 79. Apparently neither did she! I checked and she's been in films consistently every year. Two in '23 and two in '24 with 3 in pre-production! Good for her! I'm sad she's gone, I wish she was still making films, but to die unexpectedly at 79 isn't a bad deal. And I'm happy for her about that.
Beautiful memories of a beautiful lady, thanks for sharing ❤️
This was a sweet tribute to Ms. Keaton, but I'm now dying to hear about the Madonna experience!
same!
I wish it were more interesting! 😭
Ha! You had us at the slightest, "tiny and blonde..."
I read somewhere that Diane Keaton was in the original cast of “Hair”.
She was the only cast member allowed not to be nude.
I typically don’t post on celebrity passings but Diane’s hit me in a way I can’t explain and want to explain. I wish, as a former Mormon, I could have been more like her. Now that I’m out of the religion I can be. She is everything I want to be. I followed her for years. I think of this quote: Because too much of my life was spent waiting to be seen. Hoping to be seen, hoping to be picked. Once you realize that you aren't looked at that way any more, other things start to happen and you have to depend on other things to get by. Diane Keaton
I’ve spent my entire life waiting to be seen and picked and I’m nearing 60. I’m done with that. I want to be a force like her.
An enchanting tribute!
Thank you, my friend!! 💕
I send you my best regards and kisses from far away Iran. You are a lovely,charming and lovely face, you will always have a place in my heartmailto:hamid.kh4995@gmail.com
Thank you for celebrating us oddball women, Amanda. And thanks also for posting the link to Woody Allen's piece, which is great.
Seems fitting I am reading this tonight. I didn't and don't know much of or about her. Now I know some of her. And, I'll carry this with me: your description.