Diane Keaton Spent Her Final Months in Secluded Palm Springs Care Retreat

Diane Keaton, beloved actress known for her iconic roles in films like ‘Annie Hall’ and ‘Something’s Gotta Give,’ passed away at the age of 79. While her family reported pneumonia as the cause of death, it is revealed that she suffered from a rare form of dementia which progressed rapidly and affected her brain, a condition possibly linked to genetics as her mother had Alzheimer’s disease. In her final months, Keaton resided at Smoke Tree Ranch, an exclusive and discreet care facility in Palm Springs, California, described as a ‘western fantasy land’ and known for its privacy and serene atmosphere. Keaton’s friends visited her during this time, although she sometimes did not recognize them. Throughout her life, Keaton was celebrated as a maverick who lived on her own terms and was universally admired without a single bad word from the public. The retreat provided her a peaceful and fitting place to spend her last days.