The filmography of Ivars Kalnins is known to every Russian film fan. It is simply impossible to miss a film with the participation of this imposing and at the same time brutal, incredibly handsome man and a talented actor.
The roles of this actor are known to many, but there is little information in the media about the biography of Ivars Kalnins, his career path and personal life. He is not a lover of interviews, laudatory odes in his honor, modest and restrained by nature. But his modesty and high level of upbringing did not prevent him from becoming the favorites of millions of women, not only in Riga, but throughout the entire post-Soviet space.
Biography of Ivars Kalnins
The future famous actor was born in Riga three years after the end of the war - in August 1948. Ivar's childhood was not carefree due to the peculiarities of those times. But, unlike his brothers in the court, he grew up sentimental and kind, overly trusting. His passion for rock music was a real surprise for his family, who insisted on getting a "male" profession.
Another childhood hobby of Ivars Kalnins is cinema. The desire to get closer to this fabulous world led him to a theater university. After graduating from secondary education, the young man entered the theater department of his native Latvian State Philharmonic Society. In parallel, he was actively engaged in "Beatlemania", as his mother said.
Career of Ivars Kalnins
It was Ivar's admission to the theater faculty that marked the beginning of his dizzying acting career. Two years before receiving his diploma, he joined the troupe of the Rainis HAT. The next significant degrees of his career were
- acquaintance with Vija Artmane and a role in the film "Theater",
- invitations to theaters in the capital of the USSR,
- major and minor roles in "Winter Cherry" and other films,
- participation in reality shows and intellectual programs,
- musical duets with vocal stars and other achievements.
Ivar Kalninsh can boast of a partnership with the best representatives of the acting world of the Soviet and post-Soviet periods, or rather, many of them can be proud of the fact that they starred with him in the films of the best directors.
Personal life of Ivars Kalnins
This favorite of the beautiful half of humanity was married three times. The first marriage happened in his youth, and lasted 20 years. The result was two daughters - Elena and Una. Ivar broke up with his wife, but managed to maintain friendly relations.
The second wife of one of the most beautiful actors of our time was his colleague in the "shop" - the actress Aurelia Anuzhite. The marriage lasted almost 10 years, and a son, Mikusu, was born. But this family was not destined to preserve happiness.
The last, third wife of Ivars Kalnins is Laura. She has nothing to do with the world of cinema and theater, she works as a lawyer. Laura gave birth to two more children Ivara - Louise and Vivienne. As the head of the family assures, this is his last love and the most reliable harbor.
