David Arkin was an American actor who is best known for MASH, All the President’s Men, and The Long Goodbye. He was born on December 24, 1941, in Los Angeles County, California, and passed away on January 14, 1991, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
David Arkin was married three times. His first marriage was to Lynn Coleman Gillham from 1965 to 1967, followed by a marriage to Deborah Lee Lubin from 1978 to 1981. He later married Anne E. Curry in 1982, who remained his spouse until his death in 1991. His parents were George Morris Arkin and Mary Eileen Collins, and he had two siblings, Elaine Alice Arkin and Robert Mark Arkin.
Death and Legacy
David Arkin died by suicide on January 14, 1991. His passing was a significant loss to the entertainment community, as he was known for his contributions to film and television. He collaborated frequently with respected director Robert Altman, which helped shape his career and legacy.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| MASH | 1970-02-18 | Wade Vollmer |
| The Long Goodbye | 1973-03-08 | Harry |
| Nashville | 1975-06-11 | Norman |
| I Love You, Alice B. Toklas! | 1968-10-18 | Herbie |
| Up in the Cellar | 1970-08-12 | Hugo Caine |
| Popeye | 1980-12-12 | The Mailman / Policeman |
| Cannonball | 1976-07-06 | TV Producer / Anchorman |
| Valley of the Dolls | 1967-12-27 | Western Union Boy (uncredited) |
| All the President’s Men | 1976-04-09 | Eugene Bachinski |
| Hawaii Five-O | 1968-09-20 | George Loomis |