Armen Dzhigarkhanyan
Soviet Armenian actor and director
Born
October 3rd, 1935
90 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Armenia
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A prominent actor and director in Soviet and Armenian cinema, he gained widespread recognition through roles in both film and theater. An alumnus of the Yerevan State Institute of Theatre and Cinematography, he made significant contributions to the performing arts in the Soviet Union. An impactful figure in the Armenian cultural scene, he became the founder of the Dzhigarkhanyan Theater in Yerevan, which showcased numerous productions. His portrayal in the film 'Mimino' and his work in various melodramas solidified his legacy. He appeared in over 70 films and became a cultural icon, especially in the post-Soviet period.
starred in the film 'Mimino'
founded the Dzhigarkhanyan Theater
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