Oscar-winning actor, Alan Arkin is dead. He died at the age of 89 in his home in California.

Alan Arkin Cause Of Death

His death was confirmed by his three sons, Adam, Matthew, and Anthony in a statement on Friday.

“Our father was a uniquely talented force of nature, both as an artist and a man. A loving husband, father, grand and great grandfather, he was adored and will be deeply missed,” they said.

According to reports, Arkin won an Oscar for his role in the 2006 dark comedy Little Miss Sunshine, and a Tony in 1963 for Enter Laughing.

Born in Brooklyn in 1934 but moved to Los Angeles 11 years later when his father David, a painter, began working in Los Angeles as a set designer.

However, Arkin’s father’s career later sank, but he didn’t allow that to extinguish his enthusiasm for showbiz, which initially propelled him into a music career.

In 1957, Arkin and his group, the Tarriers, produced a hit single in the form of The Banana Boat Song.

In other news, Kanyi Daily reported that Nigerian investigative journalist, David Hundeyin has reacted to the unkind words an American lady, Anita Brown, who accused music star, Davido of impregnating her, has used on Nigerians.

Richard Anyebe

Richard Anyebe is a senior reporter at Kanyi Daily News covering all things politics and trending human interest stories. He is based in Abuja. Contact this reporter at info@kanyidaily.com

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