Story highlights Arquette was born RobertBrother Richmond Arquette said Alexis was surrounded by family at the end(CNN) Alexis Arquette, an actress and transgender activist, died Sunday while surrounded by members of Hollywood's famous Arquette family. Brother Richmond Arquette and brother-in-law Todd Morgan confirmed the death to CNN. Arquette was best known for film roles, including one in "The Wedding Singer" and another in "Pulp Fiction." Born Robert, Arquette was the sibling of actors Rosanna, David and Patricia Arquette. A 2007 film about her transition to becoming a woman, "Alexis Arquette: She's My Brother," was popular on the film festival circuit.

Source: CNN September 11, 2016 18:51 UTC