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Alexander Godunov - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 28, 1949 |
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| Died | May 18, 1995 (age 45) |
| Birthplace | Sakhalin Island, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Alexander Godunov's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Principal dancer with the Bolshoi Ballet and American Ballet Theatre; Hollywood roles in 'Die Hard' and 'Witness' |
Intro
Alexander Godunov was a renowned Russian-American ballet dancer and film actor, famous for his work with the Bolshoi Ballet and his roles in Hollywood films after defecting from the Soviet Union.
Early Life & Background
Alexander Godunov began his ballet training at age 9 and studied at the Riga State Ballet School alongside fellow dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov. He joined the Bolshoi Ballet in 1971, where he quickly rose to the rank of principal dancer.
Career Highlights
- Principal dancer with the Bolshoi Ballet (1971–1979)
- Defected to the United States in 1979 while on tour with the Bolshoi Ballet.
- Principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre (1979–1982)
- Starred in Hollywood films such as 'Witness' (1985) and 'Die Hard' (1988)
Trivia
- His defection from the Soviet Union caused a diplomatic standoff at JFK Airport between the U.S. and Soviet governments.
- He was married to fellow ballerina Lyudmila Vlasova.
- After leaving ballet, he pursued a film acting career in the United States.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Alexander Godunov born?
Alexander Godunov was born the 28 November 1949.
Where is Alexander Godunov from?
Sakhalin Island, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union.
On His Birth-Day
About November 28th, 1949, in brief:
- Historical events: Lady Nancy Astor became the first woman to take her seat in the UK Parliament on November 28, 1949. She was a member of the Conservative Party and served as the MP for Plymouth Sutton. Her election marked a significant milestone in women's political representation in the UK.
- Day of the week: November 28th, 1949 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Little Women directed by Mervyn LeRoy
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