Kimberly Williams-Paisley is keeping a special connection to Diane Keaton alive after purchasing one of the late actress’s distinctive hats and gloves at auction.
The Father of the Bride star recently shared photographs of herself wearing the pieces, along with a touching story about an unexpected encounter with a bald eagle that she said made her feel as though Keaton’s “energy” was nearby.
Williams-Paisley shared the tribute on Instagram on Friday, August 7, showing the vintage accessories alongside photographs and a video from the day.
Kimberly Williams-Paisley Shares Diane Keaton Tribute
Williams-Paisley revealed that she recently purchased Keaton’s hat and gloves from an auction featuring the late actress’s belongings.
“Recently I bought this hat and gloves from the Diane Keaton auction. I’m so happy to have some of her iconic style with me,” she wrote.
The actress then described an unusual moment that happened while she and her friends were preparing to photograph the items.
According to Williams-Paisley, a large bald eagle landed in a nearby tree, remained there briefly and then flew away.
She described the sighting as extremely rare and said the timing made her feel that “Diane’s energy was around us.”
The Instagram carousel included Williams-Paisley posing beside a lake in a black-and-white outfit while wearing Keaton’s hat and gloves. A video of the bald eagle was also included, followed by an image of Keaton wearing the same hat.
Diane Keaton’s Hat Carried a Message
The accessory also had a distinctive personal touch.
Williams-Paisley pointed out that the hat carried the words “NO MORE WAR”, along with a skull-and-crossbones design added by Keaton.
Williams-Paisley said she wanted to continue sharing that message, adding a series of peace and heart emojis to her post.
The detail offered another glimpse into Keaton’s highly recognizable personal style, which frequently became part of her public identity throughout her career.
Williams-Paisley and Keaton Shared a Special Bond
Williams-Paisley and Keaton first worked together on the 1991 comedy Father of the Bride.
Williams-Paisley played Annie Banks, the daughter of Keaton’s Nina Banks and Steve Martin’s George Banks. The two actresses reunited four years later for Father of the Bride Part II.
Their professional relationship eventually developed into a close friendship.
Following Keaton’s death, Williams-Paisley has spoken on several occasions about the impact the veteran actress had on her life and career.
She previously described Keaton as an idol and recalled how generous, funny and wise she found her costar.
Diane Keaton Was a Mother Figure to Williams-Paisley
Williams-Paisley has also opened up about the support she received from Keaton when she was beginning her acting career.
She was only 19 when she appeared in the first Father of the Bride movie, which was one of her first major roles.
Williams-Paisley recalled experiencing anxiety during the two films and said Keaton became a safe person she could talk to.
She described the Oscar-winning actress as a “mother figure” who was willing to listen when Williams-Paisley discussed her anxiety and recurring nightmares.
According to Williams-Paisley, Keaton became a trusted listener and helped her work through difficult moments by simply talking with her.
Williams-Paisley Remembers Meeting Her Childhood Idol
The actress has also recalled how nervous she was before meeting Keaton for her Father of the Bride screen test.
Williams-Paisley had grown up watching Keaton in films including Annie Hall, The Godfather and Baby Boom.
She remembered hearing Keaton’s distinctive laugh before they had even formally met and described the moment as a positive sign for the relationship that followed.
For Williams-Paisley, that first encounter ultimately became the beginning of a friendship that lasted well beyond their work together.
A Lasting Connection Through Diane Keaton’s Style
The auctioned hat and gloves now carry an additional meaning for Williams-Paisley.
Beyond being recognizable pieces associated with Keaton’s fashion, they serve as a tangible reminder of a costar and mentor who played an important role during an early stage of Williams-Paisley’s career.
Her latest tribute combines that personal connection with one of Keaton’s enduring interests: distinctive fashion.
By wearing the accessories and sharing the story behind them, Williams-Paisley has offered fans another glimpse into the friendship that developed between the two actresses after their work on the Father of the Bride films.
