Akim Tamiroff_
Tiflis, Russian Empire [now Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia]
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Tiflis, Russian Empire [now Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia]
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Actor
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Tiflis, Russian Empire [now Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia]
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Religion
Eastern Orthodox Church
Languages
English, Georgian
Spouse
Tamara Shayne (1932-1972)
Residences
United States
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♏ Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac
猪 Pig
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Akim Tamiroff is known for acting.
Born in Tiflis, Russian Empire [now Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia] (died at age 72).
Recipient of the star on Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Akim Tamiroff has 50 credits in our database.
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Filmography (50)
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star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Biography
Akim Mikhailovich Tamiroff (Russian: Аким Михайлович Тамиров; 29 October 1899 – 17 September 1972), Tiflis, Russian Empire (now Tbilisi, Georgia) was an Armenian actor. He won the first Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor. He was born of Armenian ethnicity, trained at the Moscow Art Theatre drama school. He arrived in the US in 1923 on a tour with a troupe of actors and decided to stay. Tamiroff managed to develop a career in Hollywood despite his thick Russian accent.
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How old was Akim Tamiroff?
Akim Tamiroff was born on and passed away on at the age of 72.
Where was Akim Tamiroff born?
Akim Tamiroff was born in Tiflis, Russian Empire [now Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia].
What movies or shows has Akim Tamiroff been in?
Akim Tamiroff has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Evil (2003), Don Quixote (1992), Marquis de Sade: Justine (1969), 100 Rifles (1969), The Girl Who Couldn't Say No (1968).
What is Akim Tamiroff known for?
Akim Tamiroff is primarily known as an actor. Akim Mikhailovich Tamiroff (Russian: Аким Михайлович Тамиров; 29 October 1899 – 17 September 1972), Tiflis, Russian Empire (now Tbilisi, Georgia) was an Armenian actor. He…
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