Yelena Gogoleva was a Russian actor who is best known for her extensive work at the Maly Academic Theatre in Moscow, where she performed from 1918 until 1993. She was born on April 20, 1900, in the Russian Empire and had a remarkable career that spanned several decades.
Personal and Family Life
Yelena Gogoleva was born Elena Nikolayevna Gogoleva to an officer of Tsar Nicholas II and a mother who was also an actress. She began her stage career at the age of six alongside her mother. Gogoleva had a son named Igor, who became a fighter pilot during WWII and endured a harrowing experience of being imprisoned by the Nazis.
Career Achievements
Gogoleva joined the Maly Academic Theatre in Moscow in 1918 and became one of its leading actresses in the 1930s. Throughout her career, she performed over 150 roles and worked with many famous Russian actors and directors. Despite facing challenges, including health issues and personal tragedies, she made a strong comeback in 1941 and continued to shine on stage.
Death and Legacy
Yelena Gogoleva passed away on November 15, 1993, and was buried next to her son at Vagankovskoe Cemetery in Moscow. She was celebrated for her contributions to Russian theatre and was honored as a People’s Artist of the USSR and Russia, winning multiple State Prizes for her performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Пиковая дама | 1982-11-21 | |
| Об этом забывать нельзя | 1954-07-05 | Maria Spiridonovna |
| Горе от ума | 1977-10-16 | Hlestova |
| Господа Головлёвы | 1979-07-09 | Arina Petrovna Golovlyova |
| Две жизни | 1961-10-16 | Princess Naschyokina |
| Варвары | 1953-07-17 | |
| Гобсек | 1936-05-09 | |
| Пропавший чиновник | 1967-01-01 | Fru Amsted |
| Стакан воды | 1957-08-23 | Duchess Marlboro |