Russian actresses who deceased in 1997

Here are 3 famous actresses from Russia died in 1997:

Tamara Makarova

Tamara Makarova (August 13, 1907 Saint Petersburg-January 20, 1997 Moscow) otherwise known as Tamara Fyodorovna Makarova was a Russian actor. She had one child, Artur Makarov.

Makarova studied at the Boris Shchukin Theatre Institute in Moscow before embarking on a successful career in the Soviet film industry. She appeared in over 40 films, including the acclaimed movies "The Cranes Are Flying" (1957) and "Nine Days of One Year" (1962). Additionally, Makarova was a prominent stage actress and performed at the Moscow Art Theatre for over 50 years. She was awarded the title of People's Artist of the USSR in 1967 and received the Lenin Prize in 1987. Makarova was also a vocal advocate for the preservation of historic buildings in Moscow and served as a member of the Moscow City Duma. She passed away in Moscow at the age of 89.

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Tamara Geva

Tamara Geva (March 17, 1907 Saint Petersburg-December 9, 1997 Manhattan) also known as Sheversheieva Gevergeyeva, Tamara Gevergeyeva or Tamara was a Russian choreographer, ballet dancer and actor.

Geva began ballet training at a young age and went on to become a leading dancer for George Balanchine's American Ballet company in the late 1920s. She worked closely with Balanchine and helped to create some of his most famous ballets, including Prodigal Son and Le Bal. After leaving American Ballet, Geva continued her career as a choreographer and dancer, collaborating with other prominent artists such as Martha Graham and Eugene Loring. In addition to her work in dance, Geva also appeared in several Hollywood films, including The Bridge of San Luis Rey and The Kid from Spain. She was married to fellow dancer and choreographer, the French-born Jean Weidt, and continued to teach ballet and choreograph performances throughout her life.

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Lyudmila Marchenko

Lyudmila Marchenko (June 20, 1940 Arkhipo-Osipovka-January 23, 1997 Russia) also known as Lyudmila Vasilyevna Marchenko was a Russian actor.

Marchenko began her career in the theater, studying at the Moscow Art Theatre School before joining the Moscow Art Theatre. She made her film debut in 1962 with a minor role in the Soviet drama film "It Happened in Penkovo". Over the next three decades, Marchenko appeared in over 50 films, including "The Diamond Arm" (1968) and "The Garage" (1980). She was known for her versatility as an actress, portraying a wide range of characters from comedic to dramatic roles.

In addition to her work in film and theater, Marchenko was also a television personality. She hosted several television programs, including the popular talk show "Vzglyad" ("View") in the 1980s. Marchenko's talent and charisma made her a beloved figure in Russian entertainment, and her untimely death in 1997 was mourned by many.

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