Russian actresses who were born in 1918
Here are 6 famous actresses from Russia were born in 1918:
Aleksandra Danilova
Aleksandra Danilova (December 3, 1918 Krasnokutsk-April 20, 2004 Moscow) also known as Aleksandra Sergeyevna Danilova was a Russian actor.
Danilova was best known for her work in Soviet cinema during the 1940s and 1950s, but she had a prolific career that spanned more than six decades. She began acting in the early 1930s and quickly rose to prominence due to her natural talent and charisma. In 1942, she joined the Moscow Art Theatre where she worked alongside some of the biggest names in Soviet theater.
Danilova's performances were known for their depth and complexity, and she was highly respected by her peers for her dedication to her craft. She appeared in more than 50 films over the course of her career, including some of the most celebrated works of Soviet cinema such as "The Cranes are Flying" (1957) and "War and Peace" (1966).
In addition to her film career, Danilova was also active in the theater, both on stage and in leadership roles. She served as the artistic director of the Maly Drama Theatre in St. Petersburg from 1989 to 1992, and also worked as a professor at the Russian Academy of Theatre Arts.
Danilova's contributions to Soviet culture were recognized with numerous awards and accolades over the course of her career. She received the title of People's Artist of the USSR in 1968, the Order of Lenin in 1971, and the Order of Friendship of Peoples in 1973, among many others. She passed away in Moscow in 2004 at the age of 85.
Vera Markovna Orlova
Vera Markovna Orlova (May 25, 1918 Russia-September 16, 1993 Moscow) also known as V. Orlova, Vera Orlova, Vera M. Orlova or Ве́ра Ма́рковна Орло́ва was a Russian actor.
She was born in the city of Mogilev, which was then a part of the Russian Empire. Orlova trained at the Moscow Art Theatre and became a member of its company in 1938. She appeared in numerous films throughout her career, including "The Return of Vasili Bortnikov" (1953), "The Cranes Are Flying" (1957), and "Anna Karenina" (1967). Orlova was awarded the title of People's Artist of the RSFSR in 1969 and was named a Hero of Socialist Labor in 1988. She passed away in Moscow at the age of 75.
Lila Kedrova
Lila Kedrova (October 9, 1918 Saint Petersburg-February 16, 2000 Sault Ste. Marie) also known as Lila Kedrowa, Lila Kédrova or Elizaveta Nikolayevna Kedrova was a Russian actor.
She studied at the Russian Academy of Theatre Arts in Moscow and began her acting career in the 1940s. Kedrova later gained international recognition for her role as Madame Hortense in the 1964 film "Zorba the Greek", for which she won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Throughout her career, Kedrova appeared in several films, including "The Longest Day" (1962), "The Trial" (1962), and "Torn Curtain" (1966). She also had success on stage, appearing in numerous productions in Europe and the United States.
Kedrova continued to work in film and theater until her death in 2000. She was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1998 for her contributions to the entertainment industry.
Ivy Bethune
Ivy Bethune (June 1, 1918 Sevastopol-) also known as Ivy Vigder or Ivy Vigder Bethune is a Russian actor. Her child is called Zina Bethune.
Ivy Bethune began her acting career in the 1940s, appearing in various theater productions and radio dramas. In the 1950s, she transitioned to television and film, appearing in popular shows like "Perry Mason," "The Twilight Zone," and "Days of Our Lives."
In addition to acting, Bethune was a passionate advocate for social and political causes. She was a civil rights activist and a founding member of the Screen Actors Guild Women's Committee, which fought for greater representation and better working conditions for women in the entertainment industry.
Later in life, Bethune continued to act and also became a drama coach and teacher. She was recognized for her contributions to the arts and activism with numerous awards, including the Paul Robeson Pioneer Award from the Black American Cinema Society and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Screen Actors Guild.
Maria Pastukhova
Maria Pastukhova (July 22, 1918 Melitopol-October 25, 2003 Moscow) a.k.a. Maria Fominichna Pastukhova, Maria Pastuhova or M. Pastukhova was a Russian actor.
She graduated from the Moscow Art Theatre School and went on to work for the Moscow Art Theatre for over 50 years. Pastukhova also appeared in a number of films, including "An Independent Life" (1939) and "The Living and the Dead" (1964). Throughout her career, she was awarded numerous accolades and recognitions, including the title of People's Artist of the USSR in 1978. Pastukhova was known for her versatile acting skills and is considered one of the greats of the Soviet theatre and film industry.
Nina Alisova
Nina Alisova (December 16, 1918 Kiev-October 12, 1996 Moscow) also known as N. Alisova or Nina Ulyanovna Alisova was a Russian actor. She had two children, Larisa Kadochnikova and Vadim Alisov.
Nina Alisova began her career in theater before transitioning to film in the 1950s. She appeared in over 70 films throughout her career, including "The Cranes Are Flying," which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1958. Alisova was known for her ability to seamlessly transition between comedic and dramatic roles, and was praised for her performances in both genres. She was awarded the title of Honored Artist of the RSFSR in 1967 for her contributions to Soviet cinema. Alisova continued to act in films and on television until her death in 1996 at the age of 77.