Aleksandr Demyanenko
Aleksandr Sergeyevich Demyanenko was a Soviet and Russian actor, best known for playing the character Shurik in Leonid Gaidai's movies.
Movie Actor
May 30, 1937
August 22, 1999
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Aleksandr Sergeyevich Demyanenko (May 30, 1937 รขยย August 22, 1999) was a renowned Soviet and Russian actor, most notably recognized for his portrayal of Shurik in Leonid Gaidai’s films. Some of his most popular works include “Operation Y and Other Shurik’s Adventures,” “Ivan Vasilyevich Changes Occupation,” “Kidnapping, Caucasian Style,” and “Peace to Him Who Enters.” In 1991, he was awarded the title of People’s Artist of the RSFSR. Even after his death in 1999, Demyanenko’s films continue to captivate and entertain audiences worldwide.