Israeli actors died at age 76
Here are 1 famous actors from Israel died at 76:
Mikhail Kozakov
Mikhail Kozakov (October 14, 1934 Saint Petersburg-April 22, 2011 Ramat Gan) a.k.a. M. Kazakov, M. Kozakov, Mikhail Mikhailovich Kozakov or Михаил Михайлович Козаков was an Israeli actor, screenwriter, voice actor and film director. He had five children, Manana Mikhailovna Kozakova, Ekaterina Mikhailovna Kozakova, Mikhail Mikhailovich Kozakov, Zoya Kozakova and Kirill Kozakov.
He died in lung cancer.
Mikhail Kozakov was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1934. He graduated from the Leningrad Institute of Theatre, Music, and Cinematography with a degree in acting in 1957. He then worked in the Leningrad Youth Theatre before joining the Lenkom Theatre in 1961, where he remained until his emigration to Israel in 1972.
In Israel, Kozakov continued to act in theater and films, and also directed several productions. He was a founding member of the Gesher Theatre in Jaffa in 1991. In addition to his work in the Israeli entertainment industry, Kozakov also performed in the United States and Europe.
Throughout his career, Kozakov appeared in over 70 films, both in Russia and Israel. Some of his notable performances include his role in the Israeli film "The Policeman" (1971), for which he won a Golden Globe Award, and his performance in the Russian film "The Elusive Avengers" (1966).
In addition to his acting and directing work, Kozakov was also a prolific author and playwright. He wrote several books and plays, including "The Kindest Man in the World" and "The Fugitives."
Kozakov's contributions to the Israeli entertainment industry were recognized by the Israeli government, who awarded him with the Jerusalem Prize in 2005.
Kozakov passed away on April 22, 2011, in Ramat Gan, Israel, after battling lung cancer. He left behind a legacy as one of the most versatile and talented actors and directors of his time.
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