Alan Arkin, a highly esteemed actor renowned for his exceptional talent and indelible performances on both stage and screen, has sadly passed away at the age of 86. Arkin’s legacy in the entertainment industry spans across numerous films, garnering him four Academy Award nominations and one Tony Award, the highest recognition for achievements in Broadway. The Russians Are Coming!”, earned him an Oscar nomination for Best Actor. Directed by Ben Affleck, the film won the Academy Award for Best Picture. Before becoming an esteemed actor, Arkin was a founding member of Chicago’s influential improvisational comedy group, Second City.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 02, 2023 12:32 UTC