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Valeriya GulyaevaUkrainian actress
Date of Birth: 08.04.1991
Country:  Ukraine |
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Childhood and Early Career
Valeriia Guliaieva, a renowned Ukrainian actress, was born in Kyiv on April 8, 1991. Her early passion for ballet led her to enroll in a dance studio, where she honed her grace and poise under the guidance of renowned educators. At the tender age of 12, Guliaieva made her cinematic debut in the television series "I Love You",共演 with esteemed Russian actors Nina Urgant and Aleksandr Abdulov.
Education and Theater
After graduating high school, Guliaieva faced a dilemma: pursue her artistic ambitions or embark on a career in journalism. She enrolled in both the Ivan Karpenko-Karyi Kyiv National University of Theater, Cinema and Television and the Faculty of Journalism at the Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Ultimately, her passion for acting prevailed, and she graduated from the Russian-language acting course in 2012.
Guliaieva has since performed in various Kyiv theaters, including the Podil Theater, the Pechersk Theater, the Suzirya Theater, and the Drama and Comedy Theater on the Left Bank of the Dnieper. Her talent, however, has found its most prominent expression in television series.
Television Success
Guliaieva's breakout role came as Angelina Aistova in the Ukrainian comedy series "Housekeeper". Her ability to portray both vulnerable and strong-willed characters solidified her status as a rising star. Notable performances followed in "Podkidyshi", "Ballerina", "Indian Summer", and "Heart Beat".
Her versatility extended to historical dramas, as evidenced by her role as Sofia Khmelnitska in "The Cossack Mazepa". Guliaieva's acrobatic skills were showcased in "Chasing the Star", while her dramatic prowess was highlighted in "Wanderer".
Personal Life
Guliaieva is fluent in both Ukrainian and Russian, and has a working knowledge of English, Spanish, and French. She enjoys driving, skiing, rollerblading, fencing, and playing the guitar. Additionally, she is an avid horse rider and bead embroiderer.
Animal welfare is of utmost importance to Guliaieva, who actively supports shelters for homeless pets and advocates for their adoption. She participates in the "I Have a Mongrel" movement on Facebook, showcasing her own rescued cats, Kira and Tessa.
Recent Projects
In February 2021, two Ukrainian television series featuring Guliaieva premiered on Russian television. In "Love Without Memory", she portrayed Liza, while in "Everyone Has Their Own Lie", she played a nameless nurse. Despite the latter's controversial storyline, Guliaieva's performance was widely praised.
Valeriia Guliaieva continues to captivate audiences with her versatile acting abilities and her unwavering commitment to her craft. As she embarks on new projects, her star is set to rise even higher.
