Ari Leschnikoff was an American actor best known for Ich bei Tag und du bei Nacht, Three from the Filling Station, and Bombs Over Monte Carlo. He was born on June 16, 1897, in Haskovo, Bulgaria, and passed away on July 31, 1978, in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Personal and Family Life
Ari Leschnikoff grew up in Haskovo, Bulgaria, and later emigrated to Germany in 1922. He was married twice, first to Delphine David, whom he divorced in 1947, and later to Sashka Siderova in 1952, with whom he had one child. He had two sons, Simon with his first wife and Henry with his second wife. His parents were Dimiter and Anna.
Death and Legacy
Ari Leschnikoff died on July 31, 1978, in Sofia, Bulgaria. His contributions to the film industry in the early 20th century remain significant, leaving a mark as a versatile actor known for his musical talents. He is remembered for his roles in several notable films and his part in the Comedian Harmonists ensemble.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Die Comedian Harmonists – Sechs Lebensläufe | 1976-12-18 | Himself |
| Le Chemin du paradis | 1930-11-14 | (as Comedian Harmonists) |
| Die Comedian Harmonists singen Volkslieder | 1934-04-13 | 1. Tenor |
| Princesse, à vos ordres! | 1931-04-02 | |
| Отново в живота | 1947-01-04 | Soloist of Ovcharov jazz |