Russian movie stars died in 1972
Here are 2 famous actors from Russian Empire died in 1972:
George Sanders
George Sanders (July 3, 1906 Saint Petersburg-April 25, 1972 Castelldefels) a.k.a. George Henry Sanders, Georges Sanders or Greer, Joann & Sanders, George was a Russian actor, composer, singer-songwriter and author.
He is best known for his roles in films such as "Rebecca" (1940), "All About Eve" (1950), and "The Jungle Book" (1967). Sanders won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in "All About Eve".
Aside from his acting career, Sanders was also a talented writer and published several mystery novels under the pen name of "Simon Black". He also composed music and wrote songs, including the popular tune "The Banana Boat Song".
Sanders was married four times, including to Zsa Zsa Gabor and her sister Magda. He was known for his wit, charm, and sophistication both on and off screen. Sanders tragically committed suicide at the age of 65.
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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.
Tamiroff was born in Tbilisi, Georgia, which was then part of the Russian Empire, in 1899. He began his acting career in the Soviet Union, performing in various theaters in Moscow and St. Petersburg. In the early 1930s, he emigrated to France, where he continued to act on stage and in films.
In 1935, Tamiroff was invited to the United States by director Rouben Mamoulian to appear in the film "Becky Sharp." He quickly established himself as a character actor in Hollywood, appearing in over 80 films throughout his career. Tamiroff was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor twice, for his performances in "The General Died at Dawn" (1936) and "For Whom the Bell Tolls" (1943).
In addition to his work in Hollywood, Tamiroff also acted on Broadway and in European films. He was known for his ability to play a wide range of characters, from villains to comedic roles. Tamiroff continued to act until his death in 1972, at the age of 72, in Palm Springs, California.
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