The word iconic is employed rather generously these days, but it fittingly describes both the big screen talents and red carpet style of the inimitable Diane Keaton. The Oscar-winning actress, who died at age 79, blazed a trail all her own when it came to dressing up for events over an impressive six-decade career. The signature Diane Keaton ensemble evolved over the years, from menswear-inspired suits with crisp button-downs to turtlenecks and flowy skirts. She loved a dress with a belted waist, was forever drawn to black-and-white looks and could rock a hat like nobody’s business. But when reporters attempted to address her as a style icon, she humbly downplayed the shine and admitted she just loved the art of it all. “It’s an honor! Why me? I’ve been so fortunate and lucky,” she told Vogue two years ago. “I do love clothes; I love looking at them. I buy all the magazines, and I’m constantly cutting pages of things that I find interesting — a Dior outfit, hats, or how people decorate their homes. I’m an addict.” See some of Keaton’s best red carpet looks over the years below.
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‘Unstrung Heroes’ Premiere in September 1995
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‘The Score’ Premiere in July 2001
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Los Angeles Conservancy Gala in October 2003
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76th Academy Awards in February 2004
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Golden Globes in January 2004
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Infinity Awards in May 2008
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‘Mad Money’ Premiere in January 2008
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Gucci Event in March 2002
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‘Something’s Gotta Give’ Debut in December 2003
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National Board of Review Gala in January 2004
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‘The Family Stone’ Premiere in December 2005
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Ovarian Cancer Research Benefit in November 2007
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Film Society of Lincoln Center Gala in April 2007
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Theater Gala in November 2008
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‘Darling Companion’ Premiere in January 2012
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White House Correspondents Dinner in April 2012
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‘And So It Goes’ Premiere in October 2014
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‘Ruth & Alex’ Premiere in September 2014
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‘5 Flights Up’ Premiere in April 2015
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‘Love The Coopers’ Holiday Lunch in November 2015
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AFI Life Achievement Award Gala in June 2017
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‘Green Eggs & Ham’ Premiere in November 2019
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‘Poms’ Premere in May 2019
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‘Mack And Rita’ Premiere in August 2022
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LACMA’s Art+Film Gala in November 2021
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Hand and Footprint Ceremony in August 2022
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‘Book Club’ Premiere in May 2023
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