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Mikhail Nikolayevich Baryshnikov (Russian: Михаил Николаевич Барышников, IPA: [mʲɪxɐˈil bɐ'rɨʂnʲɪkəf]; Latvian: Mihails Barišņikovs; born January 28, 1948) is a Latvian and American dancer, choreographer, and actor.
Apr 2, 2014 · Mikhail Baryshnikov is a Russian-American ballet dancer who choreographed several iconic pieces which have made him one of the greatest ballet dancers of the 20th century.
Jun 7, 2024 · Mikhail Baryshnikov (born January 28, 1948, Riga, Latvia, U.S.S.R.) is a Soviet-born American actor and ballet dancer who was the preeminent male classical dancer of the 1970s and ’80s. He subsequently became a noted dance director.
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IMDb profile of Mikhail Baryshnikov, a legendary ballet dancer and actor who defected from Russia and starred in The Turning Point, White Nights and more. See his photos, videos, credits, trivia and personal details.
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- Riga, Latvia, USSR [now Latvia]
Learn about the life and career of Mikhail Baryshnikov, one of the greatest and most influential ballet dancers of the 20th century. Find out how he defected from Russia, became a star in Hollywood and New York, and co-founded the White Oak Dance Project.
- Actor, Producer, Additional Crew
- January 27, 1948
Learn how the legendary ballet dancer and actor reinvented himself after defecting from the Soviet Union and pursuing various artistic endeavors. Read his insights on leadership, creativity, and passion in this interview by Alison Beard.
Learn about the life and career of Mikhail Baryshnikov, one of the greatest ballet dancers in modern history. From his childhood in Latvia to his defection from the USSR, from his classical roles to his contemporary collaborations, discover how he became a living legend.
