By Mark Gray
7:05am PDT, Jul 3, 2023
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Alan Arkin, the lovable actor who won an Oscar for his role in 2006's "Little Miss Sunshine" and starred in "Argo" and "The Kominsky Method," passed at the age of 89, his family announced on Friday, June 30. "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," his sons, Adam, Matthew, and Anthony, said in a statement. Beloved in the Hollywood community with a seven-decade career, Alan was also respected in theater, as he won a Tony in 1963 for "Enter Laughing." Following his death, many in Hollywood publicly paid tribute to the great Alan Arkin.
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"Alan Arkin was one of our greatest actors. Hilarious, heartbreaking, and the ability to be terrifying, his range was amazing. I cherish the chance I had to act with him in #America's Sweethearts." –Billy Crystal
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"Today we lost a wonderful actor whose intelligence, sense of comedy and consummate professionalism over the past 70 years has left an indelible mark on our industry. My experience of working with Alan were some of my most memorable. He will be deeply missed. Sincere condolences to his wife, Suzanne, and his family." –Michael Douglas
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"Alan Arkin – legendary in every aspect and any genre. His range was and is… beyond! Truly one of a kind. #ripAlanArkin" –Ralph Macchio
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"A world without Alan Arkin is …not so great. I've loved this man from the moment he came on screen in "The Russians Are Coming.." ("Whitaker Walt!l) I was 8. Getting to know him – and getting a laugh out of him – is a highlight of my life. RIP dear friend." –Paul Reiser
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"He raised everyone's game intelligence wit morality at the heart of things – honesty . Just an amazing artist and human," John Cusack tweeted of Alan Arkin. "RIP to a true deserving honest to god legendary talent." He also tweeted, "I got to work with him a lot – and counted each of those days to be the most treasured days highlights of being able to work in films ."
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"Alan Arkin was so talented with astounding range. He could do it all and he did. And brilliantly. Watching him over the years taught me so much about acting. Talent like this is rare indeed. Rest in Peace Alan Arkin." –Ellen Barkin
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"#ripAlanArkin Such a wonderful, original voice for comedy. And on the few occasions I was in his presence, a kind and generous soul. I learned so much from watching him. And the laughs I got from his glorious work seem endless. May he rest well." –Jason Alexander
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"Did ANYONE have the range Alan Arkin had? Hilarious, sinister, insane, tragic. No mood he couldn't live in. RIP." –Patton Oswalt
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"Alan Arkin made every film he was in better. Never a false moment. My Dad and I laughed so hard watching 'The In-laws' together. Here he is seemlessly in 'Glengarry Glenross.'" –Rob Schneider
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"Alan Arkin was the consummate straight man. He made it look so easy." –Jennifer Tilly
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"Alan Arkin played my wonderful, scoundrel dad in Joshua Then and Now. It was the chance of a lifetime to work with every actor's idol. He didn't disappoint. A dream come true. #RIP, my friend." –James Woods
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"The great Alan Arkin has passed at 89! He made acting look EASY & always seemed like he was having a ball." –Michael Rapaport
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"Very sad to learn of the death of Alan Arkin. Such a lovely person- of course, a great actor. It was a privilege to work with him in The Last Unicorn. For me he will always be 'Schmendrick' my invaluable magician companion on our search for other unicorns" –Mia Farrow
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"So sad to hear about Alan Arkin. A brilliant actor who was a thrill to work with and a thrill to watch work." –Rob Reiner
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"When I was a young actor people wanted to know if I wanted to be a serious actor or a funny one. I'd answer 'Which kind is Alan Arkin?' and that shut them up." –Michael McKean
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"Every single film or series in which Alan Arkin starred was heightened by his unique gifts as an actor. I was in awe of him. Rest in Power Mr. Arkin." –Marg Helgenberger
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"It was an honor to have worked w/the legendary Oscar winner-4time nominee-in the film GRUDGE MATCH in 2013! He was a brilliant talent & a gentleman! R.I.P. Mr. Alan Arkin w/Love & Respect" –Michael Buffer
