Rudolf Nureyev

Rudolf Nureyev

Deceased · Born: Mar 17, 1938 · Died: Jan 6, 1993

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornMar 17, 1938 Irkutsk, RSFSR, USSR [now Russia]
Parents
  • Hamit Nureyev
  • Feride Nureyeva

Biography

Noted Russian ballet dancer of Tatar ethnicity, whose educational background included attendance at the prestigious Leningrad Ballet School, went on to star with the renowned Kirov Ballet, marking the beginning of his illustrious career.

His entry into the world of cinema came with a USSR short film titled LeCorsaire, released in 1958. However, it was during his performance in Paris in 1961 that he made the bold decision to defect to the West, paving the way for an international career.

As an Austrian citizen since 1982, he continued to mesmerize audiences with his dancing skills, featuring in the English/French documentary I Am a Dancer, directed by Pierre Jourdan, alongside his long-time partner, the celebrated ballerina Margot Fonteyn.

In addition to his work in film, he also took to the stage, playing the iconic role of Rudolph Valentino in the 1977 film Valentino, and Daniel Jelline in Exposed, his final film appearance, released in 1983.

Furthermore, he had the distinction of starring in the US stage revival of "The King and I" in 1982, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and accomplished performer.

Career

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1989
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1985
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1983
Exposed
Exposed as Daniel Jelline
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1977
Valentino
Valentino as Rudolph Valentino
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1973
Don Quixote
Don Quixote as Basilio
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1972
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1966
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2020
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2018
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1994
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1972
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1971
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1969
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1973
Don Quixote
Don Quixote as Director