Who are Diane Keaton’s two kids? All about the actresses’ adopted children
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Diane Keaton, best known for her role in Annie Hall, embraced motherhood later in life, adopting her two children—Dexter and Duke Keaton—when she was in her 50s. Now in her 70s, the Oscar-winning actress has raised both kids largely outside the Hollywood spotlight, something she’s openly proud of.
In a 2008 interview with Ladies’ Home Journal, Keaton reflected on her path to motherhood:
“I didn’t think that I was ever going to be prepared to be a mother… Motherhood was not an urge I couldn’t resist, it was more like a thought I’d been thinking for a very long time. So I plunged in.”
Dexter Keaton/ Instagram
Dexter Keaton, 29
Born on December 15, 1995, Dexter Keaton was adopted by Diane in 1996. Now 29, she has built a quiet life away from the spotlight.
Dexter began dating Jordan White in 2019 and got engaged in November 2020, sharing the exciting news on Instagram with the caption:
“This morning started with hail and ended with a diamond! I can’t believe I’m engaged! I love you, Jordan!”
Dexter Keaton/ Instagram
The couple tied the knot on June 12, 2021, with Dexter posting a series of wedding photos on social media. The family photo included her husband, mom Diane, and younger brother Duke. True to her iconic style, Keaton wore a cream pantsuit, white turtleneck, boots, and her signature wide-brimmed hat.
Jordan marked their one-year anniversary in 2022 with a post celebrating their adventures, writing,
“It’s been a great year filled with food, diving, trips to Oklahoma, fun with friends and family, and most importantly each other.”
Dexter studied veterinary technology at Carrington College in Pomona, California, and keeps her personal life relatively private. However, her love and appreciation for her mother is clear—especially in a 2014 Mother’s Day post, where she wrote:
“I’m so thankful to have been adopted by such a strong, beautiful, and talented woman.”
She also frequently shares sweet photos with Diane, including throwbacks from her childhood.
Duke Keaton, born on February 8, 2000, was adopted by Keaton in 2001. He’s the younger of the two siblings and has remained mostly out of the public eye.
In a 2005 interview with Life Magazine, Diane opened up about how motherhood changed her perspective:
“The shocking thing is that I worry differently now… Before kids, if I worried, it was only about myself, but that’s all you do is worry as a parent. It’s rule number one: secretly worry without letting the kids know you’re worried.”
As a child, Duke showed interest in photography. During a 2009 Los Angeles Lakers game, he was seen courtside with Keaton, enthusiastically snapping photos—including a close-up of NBA icon Kobe Bryant.
While Duke keeps a low public profile, he’s occasionally linked on social media with celebrities like Rita Ora and Cara Delevingne. Diane has shared glimpses of their bond, including a heartwarming birthday montage for his 22nd birthday in 2022, featuring snapshots of Duke throughout his childhood.
