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Savely Kramarov
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Actor Born: 1935 Death: June 6, 1995 in San Francisco Biography:He was never considered among the Soviet Union's great thespians, nor was he a dashingly handsome hunk, but a lack of looks and dramatic talent did not prevent "Savely Kramarov" from becoming one of his country's most popular comedians of the '60s and '70s. Back then audiences adored his goofy crossed eyes and stupid, slack-jawed portrayal of the everyday Joe. Of the 42 Soviet films in which he appeared, his most popular were "Trembita" (1968), "The Twelve Chairs" (1970), "Gentlemen of Fortune" (1972, featuring one of his largest roles), "Ivan Vasilyevich Changes His Profession" (1973), the television mini-series "Long Recess" (1976).
Kramarov began his career after graduating from the Soviet State Film School. At the peak of his popularity in 1979, Kramarov shocked his fans by publicly announcing his desire to leave Russia and live in Israel. The authorities allowed him to leave in the early '80s,... Full Biography
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