Anatoliy Solonitsyn

Biography

Anatoliy Solonitsyn was a notable Russian actor, primarily recognized for his work in film. He was discovered by acclaimed director Andrei Tarkovsky while searching for a lead for his second feature film, Andrei Rublev. At the time, Solonitsyn was an unknown, working as an unprofessional actor in Chelyabinsk. His performance in Andrei Rublev led to a successful career, during which he starred in numerous acclaimed Russian films. Solonitsyn's contributions to cinema have left a lasting impact on the industry. He passed away from cancer.