Mikhail Vodyanoy and his work remains relevant for modern viewers. For a short life, he realized himself as a talented actor, singer, director. He was remembered by the public as an actor of the comedy genre. Michael played dozens of interesting roles. The songs that Vodyanoy once sang are still heard in musical projects and television shows.
Childhood and youth
The comedic image of Mikhail Vodyanoy pulled a trail behind him, as if the actor was from Odessa. In fact, he was born on the territory of Kharkov, in 1924. Biographers suggest that he was brought up in a Jewish family, but to date there is no confirmation of this assumption.
Little Misha was brought up in a traditionally intelligent family. The mother raised another son. The duties of a woman included the management of the household. The head of the family could well provide for the family, so the woman was calmly engaged in raising her sons and household chores. Vodianov's father worked in the supply department. Mikhail grew up in a wealthy family - he did not need anything.
At the end of the 30s, the family was forced to move to the territory of the Greater Caucasus. They settled in Kislovodsk. In the new city, Vodyanoy went to an educational institution. There he attended a music school and a drama club. He has the most pleasant memories of this period of childhood.
He enjoyed performing on the school stage. Mikhail adored not only acting, but also singing. After receiving a matriculation certificate, the young man went to the University of the Arts. From the first attempt, he managed to enter one of the best institutes of the then Leningrad.
When the leadership of Leningrad learned that the Nazis could attack the capital, they took tough measures. Thus, students and staff were moved to a safe area. Siberia is such a place.
The creative path of Mikhail Vodyanoy
On the stage of the theater in Pyatigorsk, Mikhail Vodyanoy came out as a professional actor. The theater troupe regularly pleased with interesting performances. Sometimes actors organized so-called charity performances. They sent part of the proceeds to military defense funds.
The end of the war gave Vodianov the right to return to his homeland. He returned to his native country. After some time, he settled in the Lviv Philharmonic. At the end of the 40s, he worked in the theater of musical comedy.
He managed to get the lion's share of roles in productions that were built on the immortal musical works of I. Dunaevsky, N. Bogoslovsky, F. Lehar and O. Feltsman. Michael - became a favorite of the local public.
Soon Soviet directors drew attention to him. They were bribed by Vodyanoy's charisma and amazing vocal abilities. He played one of the key roles in the film "White Acacia".
But real popularity fell upon Mikhail after the film adaptation of the film "The Squadron Goes West." He got a character role. He played the famous pilot Mishka Yaponchik. Quotes from the tape then knew every third inhabitant of the countries of the Soviet Union. Mikhail Vodyanoy was in the spotlight. The artist's success doubled after he played in the comedy film Wedding in Malinovka.
He did not leave the theater stage. The actor continued to shine in theatrical productions. Despite the tight schedule, Mikhail had enough energy for cinema. In the 70s of the last century, he took part in the filming of Soviet films.
Mikhail Vodyanoy: career
In the 80s, the usual way of life of the artist changed dramatically. Arriving officials contributed to the development of culture. They gave a speech about the problems in musical theater. Vodyanoy received the position of artistic director.
The actor was overjoyed. He knew exactly how the musical theater lives, and what needs to be done in order to improve its work. However, he did not take into account one thing - he was made a temporary ruler. After the work in the theater was established, Mikhail was “politely” asked to leave the position.
Vodianov refused to write a letter of resignation from his post. This resulted in a real tragedy for him. A mountain of threats and insults fell upon Mikhail.
After that, they began to psychologically put pressure on him. Every week they came to the musical theater with a special check. Employees of the OBKhSS tried to catch him embezzling state property. They could not believe that Vodyanoy did not abuse his official position.
Details of the personal life of the artist Mikhail Vodyanoy
In the 50s of the last century, he was lucky to meet the charming actress Margarita Demina. Later, Vodyanoy will say that the meeting with Margarita has transformed and adorned his life.
He courted the girl for a long time. Mikhail showered Demina with expensive gifts. In addition, he did not skimp and pleased her with emotions. It took the girl several years to say the cherished “yes” to the man.
The lovers played a magnificent wedding and since then they have never parted again. Alas, no children were born in this marriage. Neither Mikhail nor Margarita disclosed to others the reason for their decision. Demina became a real support for the actor. She did not have a soul in him and was always there.
Death of an artist
In the mid-80s, he was accused of sexual harassment. He took those moments hard. He had several heart attacks. The cause of death was a third heart attack. He passed away on September 11, 1987.
