In the wake of Diane Keaton’s death at 79 on Oct. 11, the acting and fashion icon’s former colleagues have been paying tribute to her life and career. Her Because I Said So co-star Lauren Graham added poignant words to the chorus on Oct. 14, sharing part of a letter she once received from Keaton on social media. Though Graham revealed just three sentences from the message, they captured the warmth of the two women’s relationship and a touching piece of advice that made a big impact.

Diane Keaton’s Words Of Encouragement

As Graham explained in her Instagram caption, Keaton gave her the letter “years ago, when writing a book was just a dream” of hers. “Her work as an actor was an inspiration to me,” she added. “Her encouragement changed my life.”

In the portion of the letter Graham

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