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Al Pacino is paying tribute to Diane Keaton, his "Godfather" co-star and former flame.

Keaton, who died on Oct. 11 after battling pneumonia, "was a wonder," Pacino described in a moving statement to Deadline .

"I am deeply saddened by Diane Keaton’s passing ," the "Serpico" actor began.

"When I first heard the news, I was shaken. Diane was my partner, my friend, someone who brought me happiness and on more than one occasion influenced the direction of my life. Though over thirty years has past since we were together, the memories remain vivid, and with her passing, they have returned with a force that is both painful and moving."

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