Yuri Demich was an American actor best known for his work in theater and film during the Soviet era. He was born on August 18, 1948, in Magadan, Russia, and passed away on December 24, 1990.
Personal and Family Life
Yuri Aleksandrovich Demich grew up in a family connected to the arts, as his father was an actor at the Ermolova Drama Theatre in Moscow. He was married to Tatiana Lyukshinova and had one child. His son, Aleksandr, has followed in his footsteps as a film and stage actor, while his daughter, Yelena, is an actress and public figure in Moscow.
Career Highlights
Yuri Demich started his acting career at the Gorky Theatre in Kuibyshev, performing there from 1964 to 1973. From 1974 to 1986, he was part of the renowned Bolshoi Drama Theatre in St. Petersburg, where he worked with many outstanding actors. He received several accolades throughout his career, including being named a People’s Artist of Russia and winning the State Prize of the USSR in 1978. He contributed significantly to both stage and screen, with over 30 film roles and more than 50 on stage.
Death and Legacy
Yuri Demich died of a heart attack on December 24, 1990, in Moscow. He was buried at Vagankovskoe Cemetery. His contributions to Russian theatre and film have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his dedication to the arts.
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