Bette Midler Reveals She Was ‘Stunned’ by Diane Keaton’s Recent Weight Loss
October 11, 2025 – Actress bette Midler publicly shared her grief following the death of her longtime friend and colleague, Diane Keaton, and revealed her surprise at Keaton’s recent, significant weight loss. Midler’s tribute, posted on Instagram, highlighted Keaton’s unique spirit and genuine nature, alongside a candid observation about her physical appearance.
The outpouring of grief from Hollywood peers underscores Keaton’s enduring legacy as a comedic icon and a beloved figure in the industry. Midler’s comments offer a personal glimpse into a friendship spanning decades, while also sparking conversation about body image and health within the public eye. Keaton’s passing leaves a void in the entertainment world, and her friends and fans are reflecting on her life and career.
Midler, who co-starred with Keaton in the 1996 film “The First Wives Club,” expressed her profound sadness in an Instagram post. She described Keaton as “brilliant,beautiful,[and] extraordinary,” adding,”I cannot tell you how unbearably sad this makes me.”
In her tribute, Midler also wrote, “She was hilarious, a complete original, and entirely without guile, or any of the competitiveness one would have expected from such a star. What you saw was who she was…oh, la, lala!” She further revealed she was “stunned” by Keaton’s recent weight loss, a detail that added a poignant layer to her remembrance of the actress.
Goldie Hawn also led tributes to Keaton, writing on X, “Shine your fairy dust up there, girl.” A photograph of Keaton accompanied Hawn’s post.
