Azerbaijani movie stars died in 2008

Here are 1 famous actors from Azerbaijan died in 2008:

Muslim Magomayev

Muslim Magomayev (August 17, 1942 Baku-October 25, 2008 Moscow) a.k.a. Муслим Магомаев, Magomayev, Muslim, Müslüm Maqomayev or Muslim Mahammad oglu Magomayev was an Azerbaijani singer, film score composer and actor. His child is called Marina Magomayev.

Magomayev rose to prominence in the 1960s and was known for his powerful and melodious voice. He sang in many languages, including Azerbaijani, Russian, Italian, French and English. His repertoire ranged from classical music to pop songs and he was often compared to legendary singers like Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley. Magomayev was also a talented actor and appeared in several films throughout his career.

Aside from his singing and acting career, Magomayev was also a composer and wrote music for many films. He was awarded several prestigious awards throughout his lifetime, including the People's Artist of the USSR, the Order of Lenin, and the Order of the Red Banner of Labour.

Magomayev passed away in 2008 in Moscow, Russia, at the age of 66. His legacy lives on through his music, which is still beloved by many today.

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