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Vladimir Andreyev
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Andreyev in 2011
Born
Vladimir Alekseevich Andreyev

27 August 1930
Died 29 August 2020 (aged 90)
Moscow, Russia
Occupation Actor, theater director, screenwriter, pedagogue
Years active 1952–2020
Spouse(s) Natalya Seleznyova
Awards People's Artist of the USSR (1985)
Golden Mask (2018)

Vladimir Alekseevich Andreyev (Russian: Влади́мир Алексе́евич Андре́ев) was a famous Soviet and Russian actor and director. He was born on August 27, 1930, in Moscow. He worked in theater and movies for many years.

Andreyev was also a screenwriter, which means he wrote scripts for films. He was a teacher too, helping new actors learn their craft. He received a special honor called the People's Artist of the USSR in 1985. This award recognized his great talent and contributions to art.

Vladimir Andreyev's Career

Vladimir Andreyev began his acting career in 1952. He performed in many plays and movies. He was known for his strong performances on stage. He also directed many theater productions.

Notable Movies and Roles

Andreyev appeared in several well-known films. Some of his popular movies include:

  • Certificate of Maturity (1954)
  • True Friends (1954)
  • Good Morning (1955)
  • Cruelty (1959)
  • The Tale of Tsar Saltan (1966)

Later in his career, he continued to act in films and TV shows. These included Bastards (2006) and The Circus Princess (2008). He showed his versatility in many different roles.

Directing and Teaching

Besides acting, Vladimir Andreyev was a respected theater director. He led many plays to success. He also shared his knowledge with younger generations. He taught acting, helping to shape future stars. In 2018, he received the Golden Mask award. This award is one of the highest honors in Russian performing arts.

Later Life and Legacy

Vladimir Andreyev continued to work in the arts for many decades. He was active until shortly before his death. He passed away on August 29, 2020, in Moscow. He was 90 years old. His work left a lasting impact on Russian theater and cinema. He is remembered as a talented actor, director, and teacher.

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