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Agrippina SteklovaActress
Date of Birth: 15.02.1973
Country:  Russia |
Content:
- A Biography of Agrippina Steklova: A Redheaded Beauty
- Education and Debut
- Theatrical Career
- Film and Television Career
- Recent Projects
- Personal Life
- A Non-Conformist Spirit
A Biography of Agrippina Steklova: A Redheaded Beauty
Childhood and Early LifeAgrippina Steklova is a captivating Russian actress known for her fiery red hair and versatility. Born on February 15, 1973, in Krasnodar, she was raised in a theatrical family alongside her younger sister, Glafira. Her father, Vladimir Stempkolov, is a renowned Russian actor with a prolific career.
Initially embarrassed by her unusual name, Agrippina later embraced it as a symbol of her uniqueness. Despite being teased for her hair and name, she developed a strong sense of self-worth.
Education and Debut
Following in her parents' footsteps, Agrippina pursued acting after graduating from high school. She attended the Russian Institute of Theatre Arts (GITIS) and studied under renowned director Mark Zakharov.
While most actors' children join their parents' theaters, Agrippina chose to establish her own path. Instead of joining her father at the Lenkom Theatre, she joined the "Satirikon" Theatre under Konstantin Raikin.
Theatrical Career
Agrippina's theatrical debut was in Carlo Goldoni's "The Chioggia Scuffles." She graced the stage in numerous Shakespearean plays, including "Romeo and Juliet," "King Lear," and "Richard III."
She also forged a notable partnership with actor Maksim Averin, appearing together in "Others," "Everything Begins with Love," and "Portrait." Notable roles included Nina Zarechnaya in Chekhov's "The Seagull" and Mrs. Higgins in Shaw's "Pygmalion."
Her talent and the absence of nepotism earned her the prestigious "Zvezda Teatral" award in 2012 for her role in Molière's "Tartuffe."
Film and Television Career
Agrippina's film debut came at age 16 in "Tranti-Vanti." She returned to the big screen in the early 2000s with "True Events" and "Koktebel."
In subsequent years, she played memorable roles in "Zhily-byla odna baba," "Geograf globus propil," and "Mama po kontraktu." Her breakout role as Nadya Solomatina, the ship's cook in the Russian adaptation of the Spanish series "Ark," catapulted her to stardom.
Agrippina also excelled in television series such as "Grazhdanin nachalnik," "Tango s angelom," "Kholodnoye serdtse," and "Zakon."
Recent Projects
In recent years, Agrippina has continued to captivate audiences with her versatile performances. She starred in the critically acclaimed "Insight" (2015), "Sofia" (2016), "Bez menya" (2018), and "Krov" (2019).
She continues to push boundaries with her latest project, "Probuzhdeniye," a mystical drama that marks her first foray into the genre. Additionally, she plays a pivotal role as Empress Catherine I in the historical series "Yelizaveta."
Personal Life
Agrippina married her fellow "Satirikon" actor, Vladimir Bolshov. Despite a 15-year age difference, they have been happily married for over a decade. They have blended families, with Agrippina's son, Danil, and Bolshov's daughter, Maria, both choosing careers in acting.
A Non-Conformist Spirit
Throughout her life, Agrippina Steklova has embraced her uniqueness. Despite childhood teasing, she now proudly declares, "I am a 'non-format.'" Her personal and professional journeys have been defined by resilience and a fearless pursuit of her passion.
