Rachel McAdams Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Diane Keaton at 2026 Oscars

Rachel McAdams paid tribute to Diane Keaton at the 2026 Oscars, honoring her former co-star from The Family Stone, following Keaton's passing.

Oscar Tribute

During the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, McAdams reflected on Keaton's influential career and personal life. She highlighted Keaton's roles not only as an actress but also as a mother to two children she adopted in her 50s.

Diane Keaton's Legacy

Keaton passed away from bacterial pneumonia in October 2025 at the age of 79. Her legacy continues through her children, Dexter and Duke. McAdams fondly remembered Keaton singing a Girl Scout song on set, symbolizing their strong friendship.

A Personal Connection

McAdams developed a close bond with Keaton after playing her daughter in The Family Stone. Earlier this year, during her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, McAdams mentioned how much she had learned from working alongside legends like Keaton.

In a post-ceremony interview with Variety, McAdams shared how Keaton's humility and dedication to acting have continuously inspired her own career.