Actress Svetlana Svetlichnaya, star of "The Diamond Arm", passed away

A legend of Soviet cinema

On October 21, 2021, the outstanding Soviet actress passed away.

The news of her death shocked many fans and admirers of her talent.

Her most famous role was in the film "The Diamond Arm."

Svetlichnaya is also remembered for her roles in the cult films:

• "Seventeen Moments of Spring";
• "The Meeting Place Cannot Be Changed";
• "Beware of the car";
• "The Crazy Day or the Marriage of Figaro";
• "Anna Karenina";
• "The Adventures of Pinocchio";
• "The Heart of a Dog";
• "The Tale of the Star Boy";
• "The Master and Margarita";
• "The Diamond Arm";
• "Uncle Vanya";
• "Ay-ya-yay";
• "Three Comrades";
• "The Twelve Chairs";
• "A Heart of a Dog";
• "The Golden Calf";
• "The Seventh Heaven";
• "The Meeting Place Cannot Be Changed";
• "The Diamond Arm";
• "The Adventures of Pinocchio";
• "The Star Boy";
• "The Master and Margarita".

“The Diamond Arm”

One of the most famous Soviet comedies "The Diamond Arm" was released in 1968.

Initially, the role of the insidious femme fatale was supposed to be played by Natalia Fateeva but the artistic council rejected her candidacy, as they considered her too "decent and positive".

After which, Leonid Gaidai decided to cast Svetlana Svetlichnaya, who coped with the task brilliantly.

The film immediately became a box office hit, and the song "The Island of Bad Luck" performed by Svetlichnaya became a real hit.

The comedic talents of Svetlana Svetilichnaya were also noted in the programs "The Blue Light" and "The Cabin of Laughter."

Awards and Prizes

For her creative work, Svetlana Svetlichnaya was awarded the title of Honored Artist of the RSFSR.

In 2003, she became the People's Artist of Russia.

In 2009, the actress was awarded the Order of Friendship.

In recent years, Svetlana Svetlichnaya has practically ceased to act in film, but she often appeared on talk shows as a guest star.

The actress died on October 21, 2021, at her home in Moscow, surrounded by relatives.

Russian cinema lost its legend - the golden era of cinema is gone

The actress was considered one of the most beautiful women in the Soviet Union.

She was not only a talented actress but also a beautiful woman.

Svetlichnaya's death is a great loss for Russian cinema.

The memory of the actress will forever remain in the hearts of her fans.

Farewell, Svetlana!

You will always be remembered.

The golden era of cinema is gone, but the films with her participation will forever remain in the history of world cinema.