The Secret Behind Diane Keaton’s Hats and Turtlenecks: Why She Hid Her Neck

In her final interviews, she explained that her wardrobe choices were much more than aesthetic decisions — they were shields against the world, statements of individuality, and even acts of self-care.

“A turtleneck, suit, large belt, and of course a hat and glasses!” she told People magazine in one of her last conversations. “Some things will never change for me.”

A Family History of Skin Cancer and the Origins of Her Protective Style

Keaton’s distinctive love of wide-brimmed hats, high collars, and layered ensembles was not just a stylistic preference — it was a survival strategy shaped by a family history of skin cancer. Continue reading…