Russian actresses who were born in 1978
Here are 18 famous actresses from Russia were born in 1978:
Kristina Babushkina
Kristina Babushkina (January 18, 1978 Irkutsk-) also known as Grandma Christine K. or Christine Grandma is a Russian actor. Her child is called Ustinya Duzhnikova.
Kristina Babushkina graduated from the Acting Department of the Irkutsk Theater Institute in 1998. She is known for her roles in Russian films such as "Viy" (2014) and "The Duelist" (2016). In addition to her acting career, she is also a popular social media personality, with over 1 million followers on Instagram. Kristina often posts funny videos and photos with her granddaughter, Ustinya, who has also gained a following on social media. Kristina is considered a symbol of youthful and positive energy, often referring to herself as "Grandma Christine K." to emphasize her love for life and ability to find joy in everyday activities.
Alisa Grebenshchikova
Alisa Grebenshchikova (June 12, 1978 Saint Petersburg-) also known as Alisa Borisovna Grebenshchikova is a Russian actor and voice actor. Her child is called Aleksey Donduryan.
Grebenshchikova started her acting career in 2000 and has since appeared in a number of successful films and television shows. Some of her notable works include "Night Watch" (2004), "Day Watch" (2006), and "Garpastum" (2005). Furthermore, she has been a prominent voice actor, lending her voice to several characters in popular animated series like "The Adventures of Luntik and His Friends" and "Kid-E-Cats". Grebenshchikova has been recognized for her talent and has won several awards, including the Best Female Role in the Feature Film category at the Russian National Film Awards for her performance in the 2008 film "The Edge". She is also an active member of the Russian Guild of Actors and teaches acting classes at the St. Petersburg State Theatre Arts Academy.
Ekaterina Klimova
Ekaterina Klimova (January 24, 1978 Moscow-) a.k.a. Ekaterina Aleksandrovna Klimova, K. Klimova or Yekaterina Aleksandrovna Klimova is a Russian actor. She has three children, Khoroshilova Elizaveta Ilyinichna, Korney Petrenko and Matvei Petrenko.
Ekaterina Klimova began her acting career in the mid-1990s and has since appeared in numerous films and television series. Some of her notable roles include the lead in the popular TV series "Bednaya Nastya" and the film "We Are from the Future". In addition to her acting career, Klimova has also worked as a presenter on Russian television and has participated in various reality shows. She is known for her philanthropy work and supports several charity organizations in Russia. Klimova has been married twice, first to actor Igor Petrenko and later to musician Gela Meskhi.
Irina Pegova
Irina Pegova (June 18, 1978 Vyksa-) also known as Irina Sergeyevna Pegova is a Russian actor. Her child is called Tatyana Orlova.
Irina Pegova started her acting career in the 90s with small roles in movies and TV series. She gained popularity with her lead role in the TV series "My Fair Nanny" which aired from 2004 to 2008. She has since appeared in several other TV series, including "Love in Chains" and "The Relatives".
Aside from her TV work, Irina has also acted in theater productions such as "Three Sisters" and "The Cherry Orchard". She has won several awards for her acting, including the Golden Mask Award for best actress.
In addition to her acting career, Irina is also known for her work as a philanthropist. She is a founder of the "City of Goodness" foundation which helps people in need.
Natalya Andreevna
Natalya Andreevna (April 19, 1978 Tbilisi-) a.k.a. Наталья Андреевна is a Russian actor and television producer.
She is best known for her roles in popular Russian TV shows such as "Brigada", "Kitchen", and "The Method". Natalya Andreevna has also produced several successful TV programs, including "Comedy Club" and "KVN". She started her acting career in the late 1990s and has since become a well-known figure in the Russian entertainment industry. Natalya Andreevna graduated from the Russian State Institute of Performing Arts in Saint Petersburg and has also studied at the Moscow Art Theatre School. In addition to her work in television and film, she has also appeared in several theater productions.
Natalya Burmistrova
Natalya Burmistrova (November 19, 1978 Usolye-Sibirskoye-) also known as N. Burmistrova or Nataliya Burmistrova is a Russian actor and voice actor.
Burmistrova graduated from the Russian State Institute of Performing Arts in St. Petersburg and began her acting career on stage before transitioning to film and television. She has appeared in several popular Russian TV series, including "The Street" and "Secrets of Investigation," and has lent her voice to numerous animated films and video games. Burmistrova is also an accomplished theater actress, having performed in productions such as "The Seagull" and "Woe from Wit." In addition to her acting work, she is an advocate for animal rights and frequently works with animal welfare organizations.
Irina Leonova
Irina Leonova (August 22, 1978 Tallinn-) a.k.a. Irina Yuryevna Leonova is a Russian actor. She has six children, Polina Tsyganova, Nikita Tsyganov, Andrei Tsyganov, Sophia Tsyganova, Aleksandr Tsyganov and Georgy Tsyganov.
Irina Leonova began her career as an actor in the early 2000s, when she appeared in small roles in various television shows and movies. She gained recognition for her role in the popular Russian TV series "Fizruk" (2014-2016), in which she played the mother of one of the main characters. She has since starred in a number of television series and movies.
In addition to her acting career, Leonova is also known for her large family. After several unsuccessful marriages, she became a foster parent and has adopted six children, some of whom have special needs. She is a vocal advocate for adoption and regularly speaks about the challenges and rewards of raising a large family.
Outside of her career and family, Leonova is known for her philanthropic work. She is involved with several charitable organizations, and has used her platform as an actor to raise awareness for causes such as children's health and education. Overall, she is admired for her talent, dedication to her family, and commitment to making a positive impact in her community.
Olga Lomonosova
Olga Lomonosova (May 18, 1978 Donetsk-) is a Russian actor and ballet dancer.
She was born in Donetsk, Ukraine, and started her ballet training at a young age at the Donetsk State Ballet School. Lomonosova went on to perform in various ballet companies in Russia, including the Mariinsky Ballet, before transitioning to acting. She studied at the Moscow Art Theatre School and has since appeared in numerous films and television series. Some of her notable roles include Natalya in the film "Rasputin" and the character Vika in the TV series "The Papiny Dochki" (Daddy's Daughters). Lomonosova is also an accomplished writer and director, having directed several short films and a feature-length film titled "Little One".
Lyubov Tolkalina
Lyubov Tolkalina (February 16, 1978 Ryazan Oblast-) also known as Liubov Tolkalina, L.Tolkalina, Liuba Tolkalina, Lyubov Nikolayevna Tolkalina, Tolkalina, Lyubov, Love Tolkalina or Lyubov Nikolaevna Tolkalina is a Russian actor. She has one child, Maria Konchalovskaya.
Lyubov Tolkalina is best known for her work in theatre and film. She graduated from the Russian University of Theatre Arts (GITIS) in 2000 and has since performed in numerous stage productions.
In 2001, Tolkalina made her film debut in the critically acclaimed movie "The Return" directed by Andrey Zvyagintsev. She went on to star in other successful Russian films such as "Simple Things" and "The Guy from Our Cemetery".
Tolkalina has received several awards for her performances including the Best Actress award at the International Film Festival in Sochi for her role in the film "Day Watch" and the prize for Best Actress at the Kinotavr Film Festival for her role in the film "On the Nameless Heights".
Aside from her acting career, Tolkalina is also involved in charity work through her foundation "Love Without Borders" which provides assistance to sick children.
Natalya Tarynicheva
Natalya Tarynicheva (June 7, 1978 Saint Petersburg-) also known as Наталья Васильевна Тарыничева or Natalya Vacilyevna Taryncheva is a Russian actor.
She graduated from the Theater Academy of St. Petersburg and began her acting career in the early 2000s. Tarynicheva has appeared in numerous Russian films and television shows, including "The Brigade," "Daddy's Daughters," and "Interns." She has also worked as a voice actress, dubbing foreign films and TV shows into Russian. In addition to her acting career, Tarynicheva is also known for her social activism, particularly in the areas of environmentalism and animal rights. She has been involved in several campaigns to raise awareness and funds for various causes, including protecting endangered species and promoting sustainable living.
Anna Churina
Anna Churina (July 23, 1978 Lesnoy-) otherwise known as Anna Valerevna Churina is a Russian actor. She has one child, Ksenia Petrukhina.
Anna Churina graduated from the Moscow Art Theatre School in 1999 and then joined the troupe at the Moscow Art Theatre where she performed in various productions. She is known for her roles in films such as "Man of No Importance" (2008), "Moscow Never Sleeps" (2015), and "Mathilde" (2017). Churina has won several acting awards including the Best Supporting Actress award at the Sochi International Film Festival for her role in "Mathilde". In addition to her work in film and theater, she is also a voice actor and has provided the Russian dubbing for various animated characters in films such as "Frozen" and "Zootopia".
Anna Ukolova
Anna Ukolova (February 15, 1978 Samara Oblast-) also known as A.Ukolova is a Russian actor. She has one child, Makar Ukolov.
Anna Ukolova received her acting education at the Moscow Art Theatre School. She made her debut on the big screen in 2007 with the film "Cargo 200". The film was a critical success and Ukolova's performance was praised by critics. She has since become a prominent figure in the Russian film industry with notable roles in films such as "The Fool" (2014) and "The Postman's White Nights" (2014). In addition to her film work, Ukolova has also worked extensively in theatre, performing in productions such as "Uncle Vanya" and "Three Sisters". She has received several awards for her work including the Best Actress Award at the Kinotavr Film Festival for her performance in "The Postman's White Nights" and the Golden Eagle Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "The Horde" (2012).
Maria Bekker
Maria Bekker (November 22, 1978 Moscow-) otherwise known as Maria Sergeevna Bekker is a Russian actor.
Maria Bekker was born on November 22, 1978 in Moscow, Russia. She studied acting at the Moscow Art Theatre School and began her career in theater before transitioning to film and television. Bekker has appeared in numerous Russian films and TV shows, including "Kamenskaya", "The Optimists", "The Liquidator", and "The Method". In addition to her acting work, she is also a voice actress and has lent her voice to several animated films and TV shows. Bekker has been praised for her naturalistic and nuanced performances and has won several awards for her work, including the Best Actress award at the Kinotavr Film Festival in 2018.
Anna Fin
Anna Fin (October 25, 1978 Moscow-) is a Russian actor.
Anna Fin was born in Moscow, Russia on October 25, 1978. She graduated from the Russian Academy of Theatre Arts (GITIS) and began her career as a stage actor. Anna made her film debut in 2002 in the popular Russian film "Brigada" and has since appeared in numerous Russian films and television series. She is recognized for her roles in "The Meeting Place Cannot Be Changed" (2002), "The Road to Calvary" (2017) , and "Silver Spoon" (2019). In addition to her acting career, Anna has also worked as a producer and screenwriter. Anna is a recipient of the "Honored Artist of Russia" award for her contributions to Russian cinema and theater.
Olga Maliouk
Olga Maliouk (September 23, 1978 Lukhovitsy-) also known as Olga Malyuk is a Russian model and actor.
Olga Maliouk began her modeling career in Moscow in the late 1990s before moving to Paris in 2000 to further pursue her career. She has since worked for many high-profile fashion brands such as Chanel, Dior, and Givenchy, and has appeared in numerous fashion magazines including Vogue, Elle, and Harper's Bazaar.
Alongside her modeling career, Olga Maliouk has also dabbled in acting, appearing in films such as "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" and "Ocean's Twelve". She also starred in the music video for Kanye West's hit song "Power" in 2010.
In addition to her successful career in the fashion industry, Olga Maliouk is also known for her philanthropic work. She has supported various charities including The Childreach Foundation and The Lily Foundation, both of which focus on improving the lives of disadvantaged children around the world.
Irina Agejkina
Irina Agejkina (December 19, 1978 Zalegoshch-) is a Russian actor.
Irina Agejkina is best known for her roles in various theater productions and television series. She graduated from the Theatre School of Anatoly Vasiliev in Moscow and made her acting debut on stage in 2002. Agejkina has since performed in numerous productions with notable theater companies such as the Moscow Art Theatre and the Gogol Center.
In addition to her success on stage, Agejkina has also made a name for herself on television. She has appeared in popular Russian TV series such as "Daddy's Daughters" and "Fartsa". In 2013, Agejkina won the Best Actress award at the Moscow International Film Festival for her performance in the film "Everyone Dies But Me".
Outside of her acting career, Agejkina is also an accomplished singer and has released several albums. She is known for her soulful and heartfelt performances, often incorporating her own personal experiences into her music. Agejkina continues to inspire fans all over the world with her talent and dedication to the arts.
Elena Kalinina
Elena Kalinina (February 22, 1978 Moscow-) is a Russian actor.
Kalinina was born in Moscow and studied acting at the Russian State Institute of Performing Arts. She first gained recognition for her role in the 2002 film "Early Frost," for which she won the Best Supporting Actress award at the Sochi Film Festival. Kalinina has since appeared in numerous films and television shows in Russia and internationally, including "Kandahar" and "The Spy." She is also known for her work on stage, having performed in productions at the Moscow Art Theatre and the Maly Theatre. In addition to her acting career, Kalinina is also a singer and has released several albums of original music. She is married and has two children.
Ekaterina Solomina
Ekaterina Solomina (July 22, 1978 Moscow-) is a Russian actor.
She graduated from the Moscow Art Theatre School in 1999 and began her acting career in theater productions. Solomina has also appeared in numerous films and TV series, including "Mamochki" and "The Three Musketeers." She has won several awards for her acting, including the Best Actress award at the St. Petersburg International Film Festival. Besides acting, Ekaterina Solomina is also a producer and has produced several films, including "Fingerprint" and "Kripta." In addition, she is a member of the Russian Filmmaker's Union and has served as a jury member for various film festivals.