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Mikhail Baryshnikov, 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. In addition, Baryshnikov occasionally acted, and his credits included the TV series Sex and the City.
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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. He was the preeminent male classical ballet dancer of the 1970s and 1980s. He subsequently ...
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Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about the life and career of Mikhail Baryshnikov, one of the greatest ballet dancers of the 20th century. From his early training in the Soviet Union to his defection, his roles in film and TV, and his artistic projects, discover his achievements and challenges.
Nov 4, 2023 · Learn about the life and career of Mikhail Baryshnikov, one of the greatest ballet dancers of the 20th century. Discover how he defected to the West, collaborated with renowned choreographers, and ventured into film and theater.
