Armenian movie stars died in 2006
Here are 1 famous actors from Armenia died in 2006:
Artur Tumasyan
Artur Tumasyan (February 15, 1974 Yerevan-May 3, 2006 Black Sea) a.k.a. A. Tumasian, Artur Chip Tumasian, Arthur Tumasyan or Artur Lvovich Tumasyan was an Armenian screenwriter, actor and film producer.
He was a highly regarded figure in the Armenian film industry and was known for his contributions to many critically acclaimed films. He began his career in the industry as an actor before transitioning into screenwriting and production. Some of his most notable works include the film "The Larks Have Flown" and the TV series "The First of the Armenian". He was also the founder of the film production company "Art-Bridge Production". Unfortunately, Tumasyan's life was cut short when he tragically drowned in the Black Sea at the age of 32. Despite his short career, he left a lasting impact on the Armenian film industry and is remembered as one of its most talented and promising figures.
Tumasyan was born on February 15, 1974, in Yerevan, the capital city of Armenia. He graduated from the Yerevan State Institute of Theatre and Cinema and began his acting career in the early 1990s, appearing in several Armenian films and TV shows. In 1995, he made his screenwriting debut with the film "And then There Were None", which was followed by several other successful films in which he penned the screenplays.
Tumasyan's directorial debut came in 2003 with the film "Just Married". The film was well-received by audiences and critics alike and earned Tumasyan nominations for Best Director at several film festivals. He went on to establish his own production company, Art-Bridge Production, which produced several award-winning films.
In addition to his work in the film industry, Tumasyan was also involved in social and cultural projects. He was a member of the Armenian Union of Cinematographers and worked closely with various charitable organizations throughout his career.
Tumasyan's death in 2006 came as a shock to the Armenian film industry and his fans. He was just 32 years old when he drowned in the Black Sea while on a vacation with his family. His untimely death was a great loss to the Armenian film industry.
Despite his short career, Tumasyan's legacy as a talented screenwriter, actor, and film producer continues to inspire aspiring filmmakers in Armenia and beyond. He will always be remembered as a true visionary in the Armenian film industry.
During his career, Tumasyan's work was recognized both nationally and internationally. He won several awards for his films, including the Golden Apricot at the Yerevan International Film Festival and the Best Director award at the Moscow International Film Festival. His films were also selected to represent Armenia at several international film festivals, including Cannes, Venice, and Toronto.
Aside from his work in the film industry, Tumasyan was known for his love of music and was often seen playing the guitar. He was also a devoted family man and was survived by his wife and two children.
Today, Tumasyan is remembered as a pioneer of Armenian cinema and a true visionary. His contributions to the film industry have had a lasting impact on Armenian culture and continue to inspire a new generation of filmmakers.