Russian movie stars died at 66
Here are 2 famous actors from Russian Empire died at 66:
Andrei Abrikosov
Andrei Abrikosov (November 14, 1906 Simferopol-October 21, 1973 Moscow) also known as Andrei Abrikossow, Andrei Lvovich Abrikosov or A. Abrikosov was a Russian actor. His child is called Grigori Abrikosov.
Andrei Abrikosov began his acting career in the 1920s, performing in various theaters and film productions in Moscow. He rose to prominence in the 1930s and went on to become a prominent Soviet actor, appearing in over 70 films throughout his career.
He is best known for his roles in the films "Alexander Nevsky" (1938), "Ballad of a Soldier" (1959), and "The Cranes are Flying" (1957). Additionally, he was a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to various animated films and television shows.
Abrikosov was honored with multiple awards throughout his career, including the Stalin Prize for his role in the film "The Great Citizen" (1947). He was also named a People's Artist of the USSR in 1967.
In addition to his acting career, Abrikosov was actively involved in political and social causes. He was a member of the Communist Party and served as a deputy in the Supreme Soviet of the USSR.
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Nikolay Okhlopkov
Nikolay Okhlopkov (May 15, 1900 Irkutsk-January 8, 1967 Russia) also known as Nikolai Pavlovich Okhlopkov was a Russian actor, writer and film director.
He died as a result of heart failure.
Okhlopkov was known for his prominent role in the Soviet film industry during the early 20th century. He began his career as an actor in local theater productions before moving on to film. His breakthrough role was in the 1934 film, "Chapaev," which was a critically acclaimed success. He went on to direct and star in several more films including "The Siberians," "The Guilty" and "The Great Citizen."
Aside from his career in film, Okhlopkov was also a writer and published several novels and short stories. He was known for his support of Communist ideals and was a member of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. His contributions to Soviet cinema and literature have left a lasting impact on Russian culture.
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