Keanu Reeves Remembers Diane Keaton as a ‘Generous Artist’ and a ‘Very Special’ Person: ‘She Was Very Nice to Me’

Keanu Reeves Pays Tribute to His Former Co-Star

Hollywood star Keanu Reeves is honoring the life and legacy of Diane Keaton, who passed away on October 11 at the age of 79. Reeves, who starred alongside Keaton in the 2003 romantic comedy Something’s Gotta Give, shared his heartfelt memories during a recent interview.

“Total pro,” Reeves told E! News at the New York screening of his new film Good Fortune. “She was very nice to me. Generous, generous artist and a very special, unique person.”

Reeves’ kind words reflect the profound respect and admiration he held for his former co-star, both on and off the set.

Remembering “Something’s Gotta Give”

In Something’s Gotta Give, Reeves played Julian Mercer, a charming young doctor who falls for Keaton’s character, Erica Barry, a retired playwright. The film, directed by Nancy Meyers, also stars Jack Nicholson, Amanda Peet, Frances McDormand, and Jon Favreau.

Reeves fondly remembered working with Keaton and Nicholson, noting the strong connection between the two screen legends:

“It was cool to be able to see her and Jack Nicholson together. Just with the history they shared and the way the fondness and love they had for each other. It’s really cool,” Reeves said.

The film remains one of the standout romantic comedies of the early 2000s, with Keaton’s performance earning widespread critical acclaim — including an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.

Hollywood Mourns a Legend

Something’s Gotta Give director Nancy Meyers also took to Instagram to share a moving tribute to her long-time friend and collaborator.

“These past 48 hours have not been easy. Seeing all of your tributes to Diane has been a comfort. As a movie lover, I’m with you all – we have lost a giant. A brilliant actress who time and again laid herself bare to tell our stories. As a woman, I lost a friend of almost 40 years – at times over those years, she felt like a sister because we shared so many truly memorable experiences. As a filmmaker, I’ve lost a connection with an actress that one can only dream of,” Meyers wrote.

Another of Keaton’s long-time collaborators, Woody Allen, shared a touching essay through The Free Press:

“It’s grammatically incorrect to say ‘most unique,’ but all rules of grammar, and I guess anything else, are suspended when talking about Diane Keaton. Unlike anyone the planet has experienced or is unlikely to ever see again, her face and laugh illuminated any space she entered.”

A Lasting Legacy

Diane Keaton’s death has left a deep void in Hollywood. Known for her unmatched charisma, distinctive style, and fearless performances, Keaton shaped generations of actors and filmmakers.

Keanu Reeves’ tribute is just one of many that poured in from across the entertainment industry, highlighting her warmth, talent, and impact on everyone she worked with.

Her legacy lives on through her iconic roles in films like Annie Hall, The Godfather, Something’s Gotta Give, and countless others — as well as through the personal connections she made with those who knew her best.