Ekaterina Zhemchuzhnaya is a representative of the fourth generation of the famous Gypsy Alexandrovich family, actress, singer, public figure. In her creative treasury there are more than 40 acting works in the cinema and theater "Romen". Viewers know her from the films "Carnival", "Eternal Call", "Carmelita".
Zoritsa from "The Eternal Call", Rose Sapporo from "Carmelita", Karma from "Carnival" - the images of these heroines were brought to life by the legendary Ekaterina Zhemchuzhnaya (Aleksandrovich). Her fans are surprised not only by the level of talent, but also by the fact that, having crossed the 70-year mark, the actress looks great, is active both in social activities and in the profession. How does she do it?
Biography of actress and singer Ekaterina Zhemchuzhnaya
The future star of the Romen Theater, Soviet and Russian cinema, Yekaterina Zhemchuzhnaya, was born at the end of March (28th), 1944, in Tula, into a family of theater actors. The girl grew up modest, obedient, shy, and studied diligently.
Parents, contrary to gypsy traditions, did not point out to Katya what kind of life path she should choose, but dreamed that she would continue their acting dynasty. And she lived up to their hopes - after graduating from high school, she went to the capital. The plans of the young gypsy woman were GITIS, but she entered the music school.
Already a student, Catherine accidentally got to the premiere of one of the performances at that time, not yet a theater, but a theater studio called Romen. In the foyer, she ran into the director of the production. He realized that he had no right to miss a new face, and arranged an audition for a young gypsy woman right in the foyer.
Katya's songs and dances gathered a whole crowd of spectators, which were joined by the actors of the troupe of the theater studio. The girl was accepted into the troupe "Romen", dropped out of the music school. But the diligent Ekaterina Alexandrovich did not remain without specialized education. A few years later, she nevertheless entered GITIS and successfully graduated from it.
Theatrical career of Ekaterina Zhemchuzhnaya (Alexandrovich)
Katya Alexandrovich received her primary acting education at the studio school at the Romen Theater. The teachers noted the high level of her talent, diligence and diligence of the student. Unlike other students of the course, she did not miss a single lesson, managed to attend rehearsals and play on the stage of the theater simultaneously with her studies.
In GITIS Ekaterina also got from the stage of "Romen". Representatives of the university recruited a new course and arranged impromptu auditions at the "Romain". Based on their results, they selected several students, including a young talent - Alexandrovich Katya.
Having entered GITIS, Ekaterina continued to work at the Romen Theater. At that time, there were already significant roles in her productions in her creative piggy bank:
- "We are gypsies"
- "The dancer is the daughter of tents"
- "Witchcraft love".
And, practically, in every performance Catherine sang. Gypsy romances in her performance turned out to be especially heartfelt, touching, acquired a deeper meaning, her strong voice literally fascinated the audience. Many spectators came to the performances only to listen to Catherine's singing again, but that moment was still Alexandrovich.
Cinema in the life of Ekaterina Zhemchuzhnaya (Alexandrovich)
For the first time, Ekaterina Zhemchuzhnaya starred in a movie back in 1970. She played the role of a simple gypsy from the bazaar in the film "About Friends and Comrades", but she did it so brightly that she delighted not only the audience, but also critics and directors. For the first role, new proposals were received. To date, there are more than 40 roles in the cinema of Ekaterina Zhemchuzhnaya. The brightest films with her participation:
- "Eternal Call" (1973-83),
- "Carnival" (1981),
- "Where is the nofelet?" (1987),
- "Gypsy Aza" (1987),
- "Women's slammer" (1991),
- "Queen Margot" (1996),
- "Wedding Ring" (2008-12),
- “Carmelita. Gypsy passion "(2009-10),
- "If you are not with me" (2014),
- "The Mystery of the Idol" (2015) and others.
A magnificent voice, a truly royal become, beauty, great taste of this actress, complemented by a unique talent, fascinate the audience of both cinema and theater, even if she plays an episodic role in the project. She has already managed to reveal all the facets of her talent as an actor, but it seems that he has no boundaries, and Ekaterina Andreevna again and again amazes her fans with new works.
Personal life of actress and singer Ekaterina Zhemchuzhnaya
Ekaterina Andreevna Zhemchuzhnaya is a beloved and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She met her future husband at the age of 16, after the first meeting they never parted. Young people got married three years after they met at the Romen Theater, when the girl became an adult.
Ekaterina Andreevna, with her fate and moral principles, refutes the erroneous opinion about Gypsy traditions. She has repeatedly pointed out that they are based on respect for adults and others, there is no place for disregard of the law. As part of her social activities, the actress helps a lot to her fellow Gypsies who have found themselves in difficult life situations.
Her relatives adhere to the same principle - her husband Georgy, daughter Lyalya and son-in-law Roman. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren - Anastasia, Andrey and Philip - Pearl bring up in severity and love.
There are conflicts in any family, but the Pearl are confident that they can be resolved based on mutual respect and the ability to compromise. Their friendly family is a vivid example of this. Children are not told what they should become, but two of the representatives of the Pearl-Alexandrovich family are already the successors of the acting dynasty. Lyalya's daughter married an actor of the Romen Theater, she herself serves in it, their son Andrei also became a part of the theater troupe, and daughter Nastya is taking her first steps in the same direction.
