Alan Arkin

Alan Arkin is a popular American actor, director, and author. He is most well-known for his performance in the 2006 comedy film, “Little Miss Sunshine”. He is equally famous for his performances in the films, “The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming” (1966), “Get Smart” (2008), ”The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter” (1968), and “Argo” (2012).

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Biography and Early Life

Alan Arkin, whose full name is Alan Wolf Arkin, was born on the 26^th of March 1934 in Brooklyn, New York, U.S. to parents, David I. Arkin and Beatrice Arkin (previously, Beatrice Wortis). His father worked as a set designer while his mother worked as a teacher. His parents moved to Los Angeles when he was just 11 years old. His parents were accused of being communists during the 1950s. His father was fired when he refused to share his political views.  David fought against the decision all his life but received vindication only after his death. Coming to his siblings, he has a brother named Bob Arkin.

Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement

So, how old is Alan Arkin in 2021 and what is his height and weight? Well, Alan Arkin’s age is 87 years old as of today’s date 2nd August 2021 having been born on 26 March 1934. Though, he is 5′ 7″ in feet and inches and 175 cm in Centimetres tall, he weighs about 156 lbs in Pound and 71 kg in Kilograms.

Education

Alan Arkin received his education from Los Angeles City College in the period between 1951 and 1953. Apart from that, he has also studied at Bennington College.

Personal Life: Dating, Girlfriends, Wife, Kids

Alan Arkin married Jeremy Yaffe in 1955 but the relationship ended in divorce 6 years later in 1961. Adam has two sons with her, Adam Arkin and Matthew Arkin, both of whom are popular actors. He then married popular actress Barbara Dana in 1964. The marriage ended in divorce three decades later in 1994. Their son, Anthony Arkin is a famous actor as well. He married Suzanne Newlander in 1996 and the two have been together ever since.

Is Alan Arkin Gay?

Alan Arkin is straight as far as sexual orientation is concerned and is neither gay nor bisexual. Alan was initially married to Jeremy Yaffe with whom he has two sons. His second marriage was to Barbara Dana with whom he has a son as well. He is currently married to Suzanne Newlander.

Professional Career

Alan Arkin began his music career as part of the folk music group, “The Tarriers”, which he formed with a couple of his friends. He served as both guitarist and singer of the group. One of the greatest achievements of the group was serving as a co-composer of the popular 1956 hit, “The Banana Boat Song”.

Alan’s acting career took off in 1966 when he starred in the massively successful comedy film, “The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming”. His performance led him to an academy award nomination. A couple of years later he starred in the hit drama film, ” The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter” which was a huge success as well.

Just like the previous time, Alan landed an academy award nomination as well. In 2006, he starred in the comedy film, “Little Miss Sunshine” which got him an Oscar win in the category of Best Supporting Actor. In 2012, he starred in the drama film, “Argo” which was a massive critical success and earned him an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor as well.

Apart from that, Alan is a successful director as well. He has served as a director for the 1969 children’s short film, “People Soup” which was a critical success. He has also directed the movies, “Little Murders” (1971) and “Fire Sale” (1977). Alan is into writing as well. He has authored various popular books and memoirs including, “Tony’s Hard Work Day” (1972) and “An Improvised Life” (2011).

Awards

• Alan Arkin was the winner of an Oscar Award in the category of Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role for his performance in “Little Miss Sunshine” at the 2007 Academy Awards.
• Alan Arkin was the winner of the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Comedy or Musical for his performance in “The Russians Are Coming the Russians Are Coming” at the 1967 Golden Globe Awards.
• Alan Arkin received the Career Achievement Award at the 2007 AARP Movies for Grownups Awards

Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Alan Arkin in 2021

As of 2021, Alan Arkin has garnered a net worth of $20 Million. He has garnered most of his earnings from his acting career. His first major role was in the 1966 comedy film, “The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming” which led him to an Academy Award nomination and so did his performance in the 1968’s, ”The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter”. He did however win an Oscar for his performance in 2006’s “Little Miss Sunshine”. Besides, he is a successful director and author as well.

Alan Arkin has been an amazing actor and his work shows that. With that being said, we wish him the best of luck for all his future endeavors and hope he keeps entertaining us like he always has.