Alexis on the left in "The Wedding Singer"- photo courtesy of YouTube It is with a heavy heart that we must share the news that actor Alexis Arquette has passed away. People Magazine confirmed the news of the transgender stars death after brother, Richmond, released a statement via Facebook. "Our brother Robert, who became our brother Alexis,w ho became our sister Alexis, who became our brother Alexis, passed this morning September 11, at 12:32 am. He was surrounded by all of his brothers and sisters, one of his nieces and several other loved ones.