Russian actors who deceased in 1960
Here are 2 famous actors from Russia died in 1960:
Gregory Ratoff
Gregory Ratoff (April 20, 1897 Samara-December 14, 1960 Solothurn) also known as Gregory the Great or Gregoire Ratoff was a Russian actor, film director, film producer and screenwriter.
Ratoff began his career in theater before transitioning into films. He worked in both Hollywood and internationally, directing and producing numerous films throughout his career. As an actor, he appeared in over 40 films including "All About Eve" and "Kiss Me, Kate." He was also known for his close friendship and professional partnership with actor and comedian Jack Benny, producing and directing several of his films. In addition to his work in film, Ratoff was also a talented painter and composer. He passed away at the age of 63 in Switzerland.
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Stepan Kayukov
Stepan Kayukov (August 1, 1898 Saratov-January 22, 1960 Moscow) also known as S. Kayukov or Stepan Yakovlevich Kayukov was a Russian actor.
Kayukov began his acting career in the early 1920s in various theaters across Russia. He eventually made his way to Moscow, where he joined the Moscow Art Theatre in 1926. Kayukov became known for his versatile acting abilities and his ability to portray a wide range of characters. He acted in numerous plays, including the classics by Chekhov, Gogol, and Shakespeare.
In addition to his theater work, Kayukov also appeared in films. He made his film debut in 1931 in "The Night Before the Trial" and went on to star in several other films over the years. Some of his most notable film performances were in "The Return of Vasil Bortnikov" (1953) and "The Hound of the Baskervilles" (1955).
Kayukov's contributions to theater and film were recognized with numerous accolades throughout his career. He was honored with the title of People's Artist of the RSFSR in 1947 and was awarded the Order of Lenin in 1958. Kayukov passed away in Moscow in 1960 at the age of 61.
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