Russian movie stars died at 72
Here are 3 famous actors from Russian Empire died at 72:
Vladimir Sokoloff
Vladimir Sokoloff (December 26, 1889 Moscow-February 15, 1962 Hollywood) also known as Vladimir Nikolaevich Sokoloff, Vladimir Sokolov, Waldemar Sokoloff, Sokoloff, Vladimir Nikolayevich Sokoloff, Wladimir Sokolow, Wladimir Sokoloff, Vl. Sokoloff or Vladimir Alexandrovitch Sokoloff was a Russian actor.
He died in stroke.
Sokoloff immigrated to the United States in 1924 and began his acting career in theater productions. He later moved on to films, appearing in over 100 movies throughout his career. Some of his notable roles include the bartender in "The Magnificent Seven" (1960) and the patriarch of a European family in "The Horseman on the Roof" (1995). In addition to his acting career, Sokoloff was also a painter and his works were featured in various exhibitions. He received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Father Nazari in the film "Viva Zapata!" (1952), and earned a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "The Caine Mutiny" (1954). Despite his success in Hollywood, Sokoloff remained connected to his Russian roots and often took part in cultural events and activities within the Russian community in Los Angeles.
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Akim Tamiroff
Akim Tamiroff (October 29, 1899 Tbilisi-September 17, 1972 Palm Springs) also known as Akin Tamiroff, Akim Tamirof, Akim Mikhailovich Tamiroff, Аким Михайлович Тамиров, Հովակիմ or Hovakim was a Russian actor.
He died caused by cancer.
Tamiroff initially studied law at the University of Moscow, but later pursued a career in the arts. He began acting in the 1920s in Russian and French films, and gained international recognition for his role in the film "The General Died at Dawn" (1936). Tamiroff went on to appear in over 80 films throughout his career, including notable roles in "For Whom the Bell Tolls" (1943) and "Touch of Evil" (1958). He was also a respected stage actor, having performed in both Russian and English. In addition to his work in film and theater, Tamiroff was known for his impressionist paintings. He was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the entertainment industry.
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Andrei Fajt
Andrei Fajt (August 29, 1903 Nizhny Novgorod-January 16, 1976 Moscow) also known as Andrej Fait, A.A. Fajt, A. Fayt, A.A Fajt, A. Fajt, Andrei Fait, A. Fait, Andrei Andreyevich Fajt, Andrey Fayt, Andrei Andreyevich Veit or Andrei Veit was a Russian actor. He had one child, Yuli Fajt.
Fajt was born in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia and began his career as an actor in 1924 in a theatrical production of "The Inspector General". He later joined the Moscow Art Theater and performed in several productions throughout the 1930s and 1940s. Fajt also appeared in numerous films, including the iconic Soviet film "The Battleship Potemkin" in 1925. He was known for his ability to portray a wide range of emotions and characters, from comedic roles to serious dramatic roles. Fajt was awarded the title People's Artist of the USSR in 1969 for his contributions to Soviet theater and cinema. He passed away in Moscow in 1976 at the age of 72.
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