Dexter Keaton Honors Late Mom with "La Di Da" Tattoo

Diane Keaton’s daughter, Dexter, is paying tribute to the late actress on what would have marked her 80th birthday.

“I miss you, mom, Dexter captioned a post via Instagram on Monday, January 5, showcasing a new tattoo to honor Keaton’s legacy. The post included a photo displaying the tattoo up close, which read, “La Di Da” accompanied by a small heart, a reference to the actress’s iconic line from 1977’s Annie Hall.

The photo also featured Diane’s son, Duke, 26, who was tagged in the image, revealing his own commemorative tattoo that said, “Weird Old World.” A snapshot of Keaton and Dexter embracing from behind while enjoying a scenic view of the water was also included.

In her Instagram Stories, Dexter shared that she opted for a black and white polka-dot manicure, a color scheme her mother was frequently known for wearing. “Happy heavenly birthday, momma,” she wrote alongside the photo of her nails on Monday, nearly three months following the late actress’s passing.

Diane Keaton's health reportedly experienced a 'significant and rapid decline' in the months leading up to her death.

Keaton passed away on October 11, 2025, at the age of 79, with a spokesperson informing People, “Her family requests privacy during this time of profound grief.” Days later, her cause of death was confirmed as primary bacterial pneumonia, with no other significant contributing factors listed.

“The Keaton family is deeply appreciative of the outpouring of love and support they have received in recent days concerning their beloved Diane, who died from pneumonia on October 11,” her family stated in a message to People at the time.

“She cherished her animals and consistently supported the unhoused community, so any donations in her memory to a local food bank or an animal shelter would be a meaningful and greatly appreciated tribute to her,” their statement continued.

Bacterial pneumonia occurs when “the lungs become infected with bacteria, particularly the tiny air sacs in the lungs responsible for oxygen intake and its transfer into the bloodstream, known as the alveoli,” Dr. Emma Lin, a board-certified pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist who did not treat Keaton, explained to Us Weekly that month, adding “bacterial pneumonia differs from viral pneumonia in its speed of onset, which is abrupt” and “individuals can quickly transition from a state of health to severe illness with little warning.”

Keaton was fondly remembered for her diverse acting career, which included memorable roles in The Godfather, Father of the Bride, The First Wives Club, and more, by her colleagues and friends, including Goldie Hawn.

“I learned of the news while I was in my backyard, tending to my rose garden,” Hawn, 80, shared at The Hollywood Reporter’s Women in Entertainment Gala last month after hearing about Keaton’s death. “I simply looked down. It couldn’t be true. She simply couldn’t be gone. No one like that should ever be lost. She brought so much joy, so much life, so much enthusiasm. She was like a spark of energy.”

With tears in her eyes, Hawn described Keaton as an “exceptional human being” and “remarkable actress.”

“Consider the natural synergy of her body and mind, and how she was able to bring us joy and evoke emotion in us, and all of it,” Hawn continued. “But consider what else she accomplished. She authored books. She had a wide range of interests, extending beyond acting and producing, including directing.”