Vladimir Simonov (actor)
Vladimir Alexandrovich Simonov was a Soviet and Russian actor of stage and screen.
Early life and education
Vladimir Alexandrovich Simonov was born on 7 June 1957 in Oktyabrsk.He graduated from the Boris Shchukin Theatre Institute in 1980.
Career
Simonov appeared in many stage productions, and more than 100 films.After graduating, he joined the Vakhtangov Theatrecompany. From 1983 until 1987, he worked at the Moscow Art Theatre, appearing in leading and supporting roles, before returning to Vakhtangov.
He worked with many well-known stage and film directors.
Death
Simonov died from a cardiac arrest on 8 November 2025, at the age of 68.Recognition and awards
Simonov was honoured as a People's Artist of the Russian Federation in 2001.In 2012, he was awarded the Mayor of Moscow prize for literature and the performing arts.
He was awarded the theatre prize Crystal Turandot in 2016.