Alan Arkin, Oscar-winning Little Miss Sunshine actor, dies aged 89

His sons confirmed their father’s death through the actor’s publicist

Alan Arkin poses with the Oscar he won for best supporting actor for his work in "Little Miss Sunshine" at the 79th Academy Awards in 2007.  (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian, File)

Alan Arkin, the wry character actor who demonstrated his versatility in comedy and drama as he received four Academy Award nominations and won an Oscar in 2007 for Little Miss Sunshine, has died aged 89.

His sons Adam, Matthew and Anthony, confirmed their father’s death through the actor’s publicist on Friday.