What Happened This Year 1966
People Who Died in 1966
Nikolay Cherkasov
Russian actor, starred in 'Ivan the Terrible'
Born
July 27th, 1903 121 years ago
Died
1966 59 years ago — 63 years old
This individual was a prominent Russian actor recognized for performances in Soviet cinema. Played the title role in Sergei Eisenstein's epic films 'Ivan the Terrible' (Parts I and II). Collaborated with renowned directors and contributed significantly to the Soviet film industry during the mid-20th century. Achieved acclaim for a powerful portrayal of historical figures and brought classical literature to the screen. His work embodied the artistic and political climate of the era.
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