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- Khabib Abdulmanapovich Nurmagomedov born 20 September 1988 is a Russian former professional mixed martial artist. He competed in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he was the longest-reigning UFC Lightweight Champion, having held the title from April 2018 to March 2021. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time. With 29 wins and no losses, he retired with an undefeated record.
A two-time Combat Sambo World Champion, Nurmagomedov has a background in the disciplines of Sambo, Judo and Wrestling. Nurmagomedov was ranked #1 in the UFC men's pound-for-pound rankings at the time of his retirement, until being removed following his title vacation in March 2021. Fight Matrix ranks him as the #1 lightweight of all time.
Hailing from the Republic of Dagestan in Russia, Nurmagomedov is the first Muslim to win a UFC title. He is the most-followed Russian on Instagram, with more than 33 million followers as of February 2022. He is also a mixed martial arts (MMA) promoter, known for promoting the Eagle Fighting Championship (EFC). Since retirement, he has transitioned to a mixed martial arts coach and corner-man. - Irina Potapenko was born in 1986 in Krim, Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Revanche (2008), Princess (2006) and Anduni - Fremde Heimat (2011).
- Actor
- Producer
Artjom Gilz was born in 1987 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor and producer, known for Without Remorse (2021), 100 Things (2018) and The Final Journey (2017).- Aleksandr Konstantinov was born on 15 August 1980 in Dzhankoi, Ukraine, Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Psikhologini (2017), Derevenshchina (2014) and Vzroslaya doch, ili Test na... (2010).
- Actor
- Director
Aleksey Rozin was born on 4 February 1978 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor and director, known for Loveless (2017), Leviathan (2014) and Nastoyashcheye budushcheye (2020).- Mischa Zverev was born on 22 August 1987 in Moscow, Soviet Union (now: Russia). He has been married to Evgenia Zverev since 2017. They have two children.
- Lubomir Mykytiuk was born in the Soviet Union. He is known for North of 60 (1992), The Sum of All Fears (2002) and Left Behind II: Tribulation Force (2002).
- Writer
- Director
- Actor
Viktor Merezhko was born on 28 July 1937 in Olgenfeld, Rostov Oblast, Soviet Union [now Yuzhny, Russia]. He was a writer and director, known for Khutoryanin (2013), Zdravstvuy i proshchay (1973) and Zhuravl v nebe (1978). He was married to Tamara Vadimovna Merezhko. He died on 30 January 2022 in Saint-Petersburg, Russia.- Actor
- Additional Crew
Aleksey Fateev was born on 30 November 1974 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Loveless (2017), Metro (2013) and Obratimaya realnost (2022).- Oleg Tikhomirov is a German actor with Russian origin. After finishing studies of dramatic arts at Berlin University of Arts, he signed with the Volkstheater Munich in 2017. He is known for several national TV productions as well as some appearances in international big budget projects. Oleg Tikhomirov lives and works in Berlin and Munich.
- Actor
- Writer
- Producer
Aleksandr Gudkov was born on 24 February 1983 in Stupino, Moscow Oblast, Soviet Union [now Russia]. He is an actor and writer, known for The Marathon of Desires (2020), Little Big Feat. Ruki Vverh!: Slemyatsya patsany (2018) and Cyberpunk 2077 (2020).- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Mark Filatov was born in 1990 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor and director, known for Slavik - Auf Staats Nacken (2019), School of Slavik (2021) and Import Export (2020).- Actor
- Casting Director
Andrey Da! is an actor and casting director with rich and diverse career that spans various countries and entertainment fields. His birthday coincides with Valentine's Day, so Actor Andrey Da! embodies the traits of an Aquarius. He was adopted his unique pseudonym as an homage to a character in the Richard Kelly film Southland Tales (2006) and to simplify his name for better pronunciation, using an exclamation mark to emphasize the positive message of his personal brand-name.
His family background is steeped in the arts. Andrey's roots trace back to relatives involved in theater, music, and dance, including his aunt's association with the 'Russian Academic Youth Theatre' (RAMT), grandmothers to 'Tiflis Imperial Theater' and his great uncles' contributions to philharmonics, circus and unique musical instruments.
Andrey Da! embarked on his journey by attending the ballroom dance school of the famous ballet-master Georgiy Sanadze, inspired by his grandmother's advice. His sister also pursued a dance career and is part of the Dance School in Sydney Australia.
Leaving the Country after its collapse, actor Andrey Da! studied abroad at the School of Theatre, which led him to discover his passion for acting. His diverse language skills in English, Hebrew, Russian, and Georgian reflect his global journey. To support himself during his studies, he even utilized his talents in crafting jewelry. Thus, he also distinguished himself as an anchor and chief jewelry expert for the Diamantaire brand on the Shopping Live TV channel.
Andrey Da! expanded his horizons by collaborating with international filmmakers and stars, participating in projects alongside Gérard Depardieu, Elizabeth Hurley, Kristanna Loken , Sharlto Copley and many more. Beyond his acting accomplishments, Andrey Da! has been often seen in the company of global celebrities like J.J. Abrams, Helen Mirren, Chris Pine, Andy Garcia, Tim Burton, Alice Eve and many others.
Andrey Da! made a name for himself as an actor and casting director, collaborating with various professionals and contributing to a multitude of projects, including popular TV series like The Kitchen (2012), Interny (2010), Sled (2007) and Kamenskaya - 6 (2011). His acting portfolio is featuring roles in notable films such as Sunstroke (2014), Metro (2013), Legend No. 17 (2013), and 8 First Dates (2012). He had the privilege of working alongside renowned directors like Nikita Mikhalkov, Timur Bekmambetov, Rupert Wainwright, Nikolay Lebedev, Philippe Martinez, and Sheldon Lettich.
Andrey Da! continuously hones his craft through workshops, courses, and masterclasses. He remains dedicated to his craft, recognizing that even small roles contribute to the larger picture. His versatile skills and positive attitude continue to make an impact in the entertainment industry.- Viktor Anatol'yevich But was born on 13 January 1967 in Dushanbe, Tajik SSR, Soviet Union [now Republic of Tajikistan]. He has been married to Alla Vladimirovna But since 1992. They have one child.
- Composer
- Soundtrack
Sergey Igorevich Stepanov, commonly known as the Epic Sax Guy, is a Moldovan musician and composer and a member of the SunStroke Project. Stepanov graduated in 2005 from Transnistrian State Arts Institute of Tiraspol. After graduation he was drafted into the Transnistrian army, where he met Anton Ragoza. Later they formed Sunstroke band, now known as SunStroke Project. Stepanov is dubbed 'Epic Sax Guy' by many on the internet. As a member of SunStroke Project, Sergey participated at the Eurovision Song Contest 2010 in Oslo, where SunStroke Project finished 22nd, with their song "Run Away". After the contest, Stepanov, thanks to his extravagant look and dancing style, quickly became an Internet meme named "Epic Sax Guy" through a YouTube video with Sergey's instrumental solo performance during the group's Eurovision performance. It quickly went viral and spawned a number of remix videos, including a ten-hour long remixed version. In 2014, Stepanov's 2010 performance was included in the Eurovision Book of Records, a collection of the most memorable moments in the history of the contest. In 2017, SunStroke Project returned to Eurovision with the song "Hey, Mamma!", and this time finished 3rd. Many notable publications around the world wrote about the comeback of the "Epic Sax Guy", and on the Internet new videos and remixes with Stepanov's performance appeared, this time known as "Ultra Sax Guy". On returning to Moldova, SunStroke Project were awarded the Order of Honour by then-President of Moldova Igor Dodon. During the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 final, Stepanov was the spokesperson for the Moldovan jury votes.- Oleg Kovalenko was born in 1961 in Kiev, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union [now Kyiv, Ukraine]. He is an actor, known for Melodrama s pokusheniem na ubiystvo (1992), Pes (2015) and Love in Chains (2019).
- Producer
- Executive
Vladimir Nabatov was born on 9 February 1980 in Moscow, Soviet Union [now Russia]. Vladimir is a producer and executive, known for Leo the Truck (2014).- Nina Lvovna Khrushcheva was born on 1 August 1962 in Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union [now: Moscow, Russia].
- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Vyacheslav Bogachyov was born on 29 August 1937 in the Soviet Union. He was an actor and director, known for Tyomnye allei (1991), I Remember You (1985) and Polyot s kosmonavtom (1980). He was married to Ella Burova and Z. Kuzmichyova. He died on 14 October 2000 in Moscow, Russia.- Mikhail Veller was born on 20 May 1948 in Kamianets-Podilskyi, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union. He is a writer, known for Uzkokoleyka, Pahupidi (1989) and Ballada o bombere (2011).
- Director
- Writer
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Leida Laius was born on 26 March 1923 in Horoshevo, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union [now Russia]. She was a director and writer, known for Naerata ometi (1985), Libahunt (1968) and Kõrboja peremees (1979). She died on 6 April 1996 in Tallinn, Estonia.- Waldemar Hooge was born in 1974 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Wir sind die Flut (2016), The Signal (2024) and Tatort (1970).
- Anatoliy Artyomov was born on 20 March 1942 in the Soviet Union. He was an actor, known for Streets of Broken Lights (1998), Odinnadtsat nadezhd (1976) and Tri protsenta riska (1985). He died on 3 February 2019 in St. Petersburg, Russia.
- Valerii Fedorovych Zaluzhnyi was born on 8 July 1973 in Novohrad-Volynskyi, Zhytomyr Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union [now Ukraine].
- Inna Stepanova was born on 4 May 1973 in the Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Pogovorim, brat (1979), Pro Krasnuyu Shapochku (1977) and Zadacha s tremya neizvestnymi (1979).
- Nadezhda Antzipovich was born on 7 June 1989 in the Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Vechnoye novoye (2022), Secret Weapon (2019) and Mukhtar. Novyy sled (2017).
- Tatyana Ryabokon was born on 20 March 1974 in the Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Loveless (2017), Assassins Run (2013) and Hope for the Addicted (2005).
- Lyudmila Yeliseyeva was born on 19 October 1937 in the Soviet Union. She was an actress, known for Satana (1991), Novaya Shakherezada (1990) and Sisters (2001). She died on 18 April 2022 in St. Petersburg, Russia.
- Director
- Actor
- Writer
Roman Nesterenko was born on 3 August 1965 in the Soviet Union. He is a director and actor, known for The Oath (2020), Schaste vdrug (2019) and Virtualnyy roman (2006).- Christina Hammer was born on 16 August 1990 in Nowodolinka, Kazakh SSR, Soviet Union.
- Kseniya Strizh was born on 4 January 1967 in Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union [now: Moscow, Russia]. She is an actress, known for Zoykina kvartira (1988), Poshchyochina, kotoroy ne bylo (1987) and Mediki (2002).
- Konstantin Frank was born in 1988 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for The Windermere Children (2020), Marnow Murders (2021) and The Queen's Gambit (2020).
- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Vladimir Samsonov was born on 11 August 1936 in the Soviet Union. He was a director and writer, known for Draw Start (1975), Motiv (1984) and Posle togo, kak (1991). He died on 20 February 2024 in Russia.- Cinematographer
- Writer
- Camera and Electrical Department
Igor Chernykh was born on 12 June 1932 in the Soviet Union. He was a cinematographer and writer, known for The Diamond Arm (1969), Garantiruyu zhizn (1978) and Zabludshiy (1966). He died on 15 July 2020 in Russia.- Oleksiy Danilov was born on 7 September 1962 in Krasnyi Luch, Luhansk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union [now Khrustalnyi, Luhansk Oblast, Ukraine].
- Sati Spivakova was born on 7 January 1962 in Yerevan, Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic, Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Poslednyaya skazka Rity (2012), Anush (1983) and Elita (1997).
- Nina Lapshinova was born on 10 May 1932 in the Soviet Union. She was an actress, known for Den za dnyom (1972). She was married to Mark Zakharov. She died on 10 September 2014 in Moscow, Russian Federation.
- Igor Kan was born on 29 January 1938 in the Soviet Union. He was an actor, known for Kin-dza-dza! (1986), Taktika bega na dlinnuyu distantsiyu (1978) and Kommentariy k prosheniyu o pomilovanii (1988). He died on 30 January 2019.
- Gulnara Dusmatova was born on 5 November 1964 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Kniga legend: Tainstvennyy les (2012), Tri dnya prazdnika (1982) and Chelovecheskiy faktor (1985).
- Zakhar Bron was born on 17 December 1947 in Oral, Kazakhstan, Soviet Union.
- Director
- Writer
- Actor
Hannes Lintrop was born on 28 September 1958 in Tallinn, Estonian SSR, Soviet Union [now Estonia]. He is a director and writer, known for Surale (1990), Ma olen väsinud vihkamast (1995) and Palangi (1999).- Helmut Oberlander was born on 15 February 1924 in Molochansk, Ekaterinoslav Province, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union. He was married to Margret Oberlander. He died on 20 September 2021 in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
- Producer
- Director
- Writer
Peeter Urbla was born on 2 June 1945 in Türi, Estonian SSR, Soviet Union [now Estonia]. He is a producer and director, known for Stiilipidu (2005), Lilya 4-Ever (2002) and Karikakramäng (1977).- Script and Continuity Department
- Additional Crew
Alla Borisova was born on 27 October 1933 in the Soviet Union. Alla is known for Moya zhizn (1973), Belcanto - The Tenors of the 78 Era and Well, Just You Wait! (1969).- Dimitri Bilov was born on 14 October 1967 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Westfalia (2014), Bad Cop: Kriminell gut (2017) and Rewind: Die zweite Chance (2017).
- Animation Department
- Director
- Art Department
Olga Ivanovna Orlova is a Soviet and Russian animator and stage director. In 1952-1956, she studied at the Moscow Art and Industrial College of Mikhail Kalinin, in 1956 to 1959 - at the courses of animators at "Soyuzmultfilm", where she worked from 1956 to 1987. Subsequently, Olga Orlova collaborated with the movie studios Argus, KinoMost, and the Federal State Unitary Enterprise Cinema Studio Soyuzmultfilm. In 1972-1980 she taught animation at the courses at the Tallinnfilm film studio and the Alma-Ata film studio, in 1991-1993 - at the courses of animators at the Argus studio. In 2011 Orlova was awarded by Certificate of honor of the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation for a great contribution to Russian animation, many years of fruitful work and in connection with the 100th anniversary of animated films.- Tatyana Kaletskaya was born on 14 March 1937 in the Soviet Union. She was a writer, known for Kseniya, lyubimaya zhena Fyodora (1974), Nochnaya smena (1971) and Plyvut morzhi (1980). She was married to Aleksandr Gelman. She died on 4 February 2019 in Moscow, Russia.
- Aleksey Smolka was born on 6 August 1975 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Under Military Law (2015), Kruty 1918 (2019) and Sotka (2018).
- Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov was born on 10 December 1962 in Sildi, Dagestan ASSR, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union. He died on 3 July 2020 in Moscow, Russia.
- Evgeniya Burdikhina was born on 18 May 1979 in the Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Night Swallows (2013), Chislo zverya and Samozanyatyye.