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Lyalya ChernayaTheatre and film actress
Date of Birth: 15.02.1909
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Early Life and Career
Lialya Chornaya, a renowned actress of stage and screen, was born in 1909 in Nalchik, Russia. As the daughter of a Moscow nobleman and a gypsy singer, Chornaya inherited a unique musical and artistic heritage. At the tender age of 13, she debuted as a dancer in the choir of E. Polyakov, where she performed until the establishment of the "Romen" theater.
Theatre and Film
From the theater's inception in 1931 until 1972, Chornaya played a pivotal role in the "Romen" theater. She graced the stage in over 35 productions, portraying leading roles in "Life on Wheels," "Gypsies," "Bloody Wedding," and "Carmen of Triana." Her performances had a profound impact on the development of the theatrical genre of gypsy dance. Chornaya also made her mark in cinema, appearing in the film "The Last Camp," where she portrayed the character of Alta.
Personal Life
Chornaya was married to several prominent actors, including I.I. Rom-Lebedev, Mikhail Yanshin, and Nikolai Khmelyov. She had a son, Alexei Nikolaevich Khmelyov, with Khmelyov. Despite her glamorous career, Chornaya's personal life was not without its share of controversy, as she was also involved in a common-law marriage with Yevgeny Vesnik.
Legacy and Recognition
Chornaya's contributions to the arts were widely recognized. In 1960, she was honored with the title of Honored Artist of the RSFSR in recognition of her achievements in Soviet art. Her resting place is at the Novodevichy Cemetery, alongside her son and husband.
Interesting Anecdote
In 1946, Captain of Justice Bury, an employee of the War Tribunal of the Moscow Military District, was convicted for misappropriation of funds. According to testimony from the secretary of the War Tribunal, Jacob Aisenshtadt, Bury spent a considerable portion of the bribes he received on his close acquaintance, actress Nadezhda Kiseleva. This incident highlights the darker side of Chornaya's personal life and the challenges she faced in the tumultuous era of Soviet Russia.
