The actors Samoilovs (Vladimir and Alexander) have made a significant contribution to the development of the domestic film industry. Father and son performed dozens of bright and memorable roles. The article contains a biography of each of them. Happy reading!
Vladimir Samoilov, actor: biography, childhood and youth
He was born on March 15, 1924 in the Ukrainian city of Odessa. The future artist was brought up in an ordinary family that lived paycheck to paycheck.
Our hero grew up as an active and intelligent child. He liked to run along the embankments, collect pebbles on the beach, admire the local scenery.
Vova studied well at school. He had no problems with humanitarian subjects, but the exact sciences were not easy. If the boy got a bad mark, he tried to correct it as soon as possible.
In 1941 he graduated from high school. However, admission to the university had to be postponed. After all, the war had begun. Vova could not stay away. He went to defend the Motherland.
How did his further biography develop? Actor Samoilov Vladimir stayed in the Soviet army until Victory was declared. In 1945, the guy returned to his native Odessa, where he entered the theater school. Since childhood, he dreamed of an acting career. And even a terrible war could not change his plans. Samoilov was one of the best students on the course. Volodya never skipped lectures and classes. Teachers praised him for his diligence and dedication.
Already in the 3rd year, our hero began to perform on the theater stage. He was equally good at both positive and negative roles.
Theatrical activities
Volodya received the long-awaited diploma. The talented guy had no problems with employment. He was accepted into the troupe of the theater of the Soviet Army (Odessa). He performed on the stage of this institution for almost 3 years. Then the young man went to Kemerovo. But he didn't stay long.
Vladimir Samoilov arrived in Gorky (now Nizhny Novgorod). There, until 1968, he served in the regional theater. As part of the troupe, our hero traveled all over the USSR. In all cities, the artists were greeted with applause.
After benefit performances in Moscow and Leningrad, Volodya began to be invited to work by the best theaters. Such attention flattered the young actor. In 1968 he finally moved to Moscow. First, Samoilov performed on the stage of the theater. Mayakovsky. And in 1992 he moved to the Drama Theater. Gogol.
Film shooting
V. Samoilov first appeared on screens in 1959. Then he lived and worked in Gorky. He was offered to play the chairman of the collective farm in the film "Unpaid Debt". The young artist agreed. I must say that he did an excellent job with the settask director.
In the period from 1960 to 1965, several paintings were released with the participation of Samoilov. He tried on different images - the secretary of the regional committee, professor, colonel, and so on. In 1966, Vladimir Yakovlevich was awarded the title of People's Artist of the RSFSR.
A truly "star" for him was the role of Nazar Duma in the film "Wedding in Malinovka" (1967). The image he created appealed to many Soviet citizens. In 1984 he received the title of "People's Artist of the USSR". In the future, he was repeatedly awarded state awards.
The incredible performance of Vladimir Samoilov amazed his friends and colleagues. Throughout his career, he has performed about 250 roles in theater and cinema. Even in the difficult 1990s, our hero did not sit without work. He continued to act in films, despite a significant reduction in the size of fees. For him, the main thing was art, not money.
Private life
Who was the wife of actor Samoilov? Now we will tell about it. Within the walls of the Gorky Regional Theater Vladimir Yakovlevich met his love. His heart was won by a sweet and pretty girl Nadezhda. She was also an actress. Their relationship developed rapidly. The lovers formalized their relationship in one of the Gorky registry offices.
For some time the couple lived in Kemerovo. Their son Alexander was born there. Soon the family moved to Moscow. Unlike her husband, Nadezhda's acting career did not go so smoothly. At first, the woman was engaged in householdaffairs and the upbringing of his son. But soon she managed to get a job in the capital's theater and star in several films (in episodic roles).
For all 50 years of their life together, Vladimir and Nadezhda never quarreled and did not make claims to each other. They really were two halves of a single whole.
Death
Samoilov Vladimir Yakovlevich passed away on September 8, 1999. It happened right on the stage, during the rehearsal of the play "King Lear". He found his last shelter at the Vagankovsky cemetery. In the same year, his beloved wife Nadezhda died. She simply could not live without her soulmate. She was buried next to her husband.
Alexander Samoilov (actor): biography, childhood
Born October 29, 1952 in Kemerovo. Then the family moved to Moscow. His parents (actors Samoilovs - Nadezhda and Vladimir) were often busy at work. The boy often stayed with close relatives and neighbors.
As a teenager, Sasha began to show his character. He disobeyed neither teachers nor parents. For some time he was even placed in a specialized boarding school. After leaving this institution, the guy lowered his ardor a little.
Study and work in the theater
Alexander still managed to get a certificate of secondary education. Then the guy successfully entered GITIS, where he studied until 1977. At various times he worked in three theaters - them. Mayakovsky, im. Ostrovsky and the Moscow Art Theater. Gorky.
Filmography
Today, A. Samoilov is a recognizable and beloved actor by many. In the creative piggy bank of our hero over 100 theatrical and film works. Below are his most prominent and successful film roles:
- "Son of the Chairman" (1976) - Alexey Rusak.
- Today or Never (1978) - scientist.
- "Sicilian Defense" (1980) - Senior Lieutenant Panov.
- "High standard" (1983) - caster.
- "Two Fates" (2002) - Butusov.
- "Twins" (2004) - Yegor Shemyagin.
- "The Race for Happiness" (2006-2007) - Ilyich.
- "Cruise" (2009) - Matvey Lukin.
- "Forensic Experts" (2010) - Lev Kolosnitsky.
- "Wild-2" (2011) - Colonel Strunin.
- "Search-2" (2013) - Taldykov.
Marital status
Alexander Samoilov twice formalized relations in the registry office. The name of his first wife, as well as her last name and occupation were not disclosed. It is only known that she gave birth to the actor of three children.
For more than 14 years, our hero is happy in his second marriage. His chosen one is an actress, whose name is Irina. Together they raise three sons.
Alexander Vladimirovich is already a grandfather. He has two grandchildren who were given to him by children from his first marriage. Isn't that happiness?!
Continued dynasty
The Samoilov actors have long proved their professionalism and natural talent. Vladimir Yakovlevich forever inscribed himself in the history of Russian cinema. His son Alexander continued his father's work. But few people know that the third generation of artists is growing up in the family. Who are we talking about? Let's figure it out together.
It is possible that in the coming years, new actors Samoilovs will appear in the theater and on the screens. After all, Alexander Vladimirovich and his wife Irina have three sons: Arkady (6 years old), Konstantin (9 years old) and Volodya (11 years old). All of them are seriously passionate about acting. Alexander and Irina often take the children to rehearsals and filming. Boys love to watch art being made.
The eldest son, Volodya, starred in the series "Two Fates" with his father. He brilliantly played the grandson of one of the main characters - Vera. Even then, the boy promised himself that in the future he would enter a theater university.
In conclusion
We reported on how the Samoilovs built their film career. Photos, creative activities and details of personal life - all this was discussed in detail in the article. Eternal memory to Vladimir Yakovlevich, and we wish his son, Alexander, further success in his career and family happiness!
