Yuri Nikulin was born on December 18, 1921 in Russia. A widely popular Russian actor and clown in Soviet Russia, he starred in many popular films including Brilliantovaia Ruka (Diamond Arm), and 12 Stulyev (12 Chairs). In 1973, he was awarded the title of The People's Artist of the USSR, and he received the Order of Lenin, both in 1980 and 1990.
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A widely popular Russian actor and clown in Soviet Russia, he starred in many popular films including Brilliantovaia Ruka (Diamond Arm), and 12 Stulyev (12 Chairs). In 1973, he was awarded the title of The People's Artist of the USSR, and he received the Order of Lenin, both in 1980 and 1990.
Before Fame
He was a member of the Red Army in the Winter War against Finland from 1939 to 1940.
Trivia
In 1990, he was given the Hero of Socialist Labour award.
Family Life
His mother was a garage supervisor and his father was a satirical Playwright, which influenced him to become an actor.
Associated With
He was often regarded as the Russian counterpart of silent Comedian Buster Keaton.
