Baiba Indriksone was a Latvian actress best known for her roles in Melna veza spiles, Vella kalpi, and A Limousine the Colour of Midsummer’s Eve. Born on February 23, 1932, in Riga, Latvia, she was a prominent figure in theater and film until her passing.
Personal and Family Life
Baiba was married to Aleksandrs Leimanis until his death in 1990, and they had one child named Aivars. She also had a grandchild named Elza Leimane. Baiba graduated from the Latvian State Conservatory in 1952, specializing in theater.
Career Highlights
Throughout her career, Baiba Indriksone was affiliated with the Latvian National Theatre and performed in numerous notable productions. She received recognition for her contributions to the performing arts, including the A. Amtmanis-Briedisa award in 2011, and was awarded the Medal “For Distinguished Labour” in 1956. Her last performance on a major stage was in Henrik Ibsen’s Peer Gynt in 2016.
Death and Legacy
Baiba Indriksone passed away on May 14, 2024, in Riga, Latvia. Her legacy lives on through her films and contributions to theater, remembered by fans and colleagues alike as a talented actress. She had a lasting impact on Latvian culture and the performing arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Vella kalpi | 1970-12-30 | Lēne |
| Limuzīns Jāņu nakts krāsā | 1982-02-01 | Olita |
| Vella kalpi Vella dzirnavās | 1972-07-12 | Lēne |
| Rainis | 1949-01-26 | Abelita |
| Džimlai Rūdi Rallallā! | 2014-03-05 | |
| Zvejnieka dēls | 1957-07-18 | |
| Melnā vēža spīlēs | 1976-08-31 | |
| Cielaviņas armija atkal cīnās | 1968-12-23 | |
| Dārzs ar spoku | 1983-01-10 | |
| Aizaugušā grāvī viegli krist | 1986-03-03 | |
| Svētdienas sieva | 2019-05-15 | |
| Крутые ступени | 1957-07-25 | Emiliya |
| Uz jauno krastu | 1955-11-04 | |
| Atmaksa | 1962-05-04 | |
| Fritsud ja blondiinid | 2008-05-09 | Self |
| Армия Трясогузки снова в бою | 1968-12-23 | Gabriella-Velta |
| Сильные духом | 1967-10-30 |