The great Papanov was categorically against his only daughter Elena becoming an actress. Although then he himself hired her a tutor. Also, for several objective reasons, he did not want to see her in his troupe. And she ended up in another theater. When Elena decided to get married, her father did not accept this union. But then for her children he became his beloved grandfather … The biography of Papanov's daughter, Elena, will be told to the reader in an article.
Second mom
Elena Papanova was born in late November 1954 in the capital of the USSR. It’s easy to calculate how old Papanov’s daughter is. She is now 63. A girl was born in a family of actors, so that excellent data for little Lena were laid almost at the genetic level.
Due to the permanent tour of the parents and a number of housing problems, the future actress was raised mainly by her grandmother. Elena literally adored her and still considers her her second mother.
According to Elena Papanova, daughter of Anatoly Papanov, she had a happy childhood. She loved her home yard and played all the games there.
At school, the future actress studied quite well. In addition, she specially recorded in various sections and circles, including theater.
Lena was also a very athletic girl and from early childhood seriously engaged in figure skating. She even managed to get a rank, but later left this sport.
When young Lena was fifteen, she finally moved to her parents.
Become an Actress
Having received a certificate of maturity, Elena had to decide on a university. Parents were categorically determined that the daughter did not follow in their footsteps. Father, the great Anatoly Papanov, told her that she does not have a bright appearance for the actress. “You are not beautiful, ” he explained his point of view.
Since Elena knew the foreign language well, her parents insisted that she apply for foreign language. It would have happened, but at the last moment Elena nevertheless decided to enter the theater institute, namely, the Moscow Art Theater School.
The future actress was able to get to the 2nd round. But the examination committee was very strict on her. And as a result, she was not among the lucky ones who became students.
Of course, the daughter of Papanov, whose photo you have the opportunity to see in the article, was terribly upset and informed her parents about her debacle. Surprisingly, they made an adequate decision, finding a good tutor. As a result, the future actress submitted documents to three theater universities and passed the exams brilliantly in all. She chose GITIS. By the way, parents once studied at this institute.
Elena Papanova was on the course of V. Andreev. Throughout her studies, she managed to prove to her parents, and to herself, that she had made the right choice. At state exams, she received the highest marks.
Having received a diploma, Elena again faced the dilemma of which theater to serve specifically. She wanted, of course, to work in the Satire Theater, like her father. Moreover, they had some ideas for a joint performance. But the venerable actor still doubted. He said: “What will they say when you work there? What did Papanov decide to employ his daughter here? ”
As a result, the graduated actress ended up at the Yermolova Theater. By the way, she is working there now. But they never worked with their father - neither in the frame, nor on the stage …
On the stage
Honestly, it was not by chance that she got into this theater. In those days, the acting team was led by its mentor - V. Andreev. He just offered to take her to his troupe.
Elena Papanova made her debut in the play "I give you life." Moreover, initially this one of the main roles was to be performed by a completely different actress. But she suddenly fell ill, and it was then that Andreev decided to replace her.
As a result, Papanova's daughter, whose photo is posted in the article, reincarnated as a young mother. Her heroine lost her husband due to an accident at a factory site. She found herself in a difficult situation - she became lonely, with a child. And the whole team began to help her. In a word, it was with this role that her acting career began.
In general, Elena was actively involved in various productions. So, she played Miss Andrew in the play Mary Poppins. She really loved this role. Elena gave a huge field for real improvisation. Unfortunately, this children's production is no longer in the repertoire.
She also loved the cook Matrena in “The Marriage of Balzaminov” and the bride in the “Petty Bourgeois Wedding”.
Papanova had to go through not only a change of leadership, but also a split in the troupe. But Elena always remained faithful to this theater. At the same time, she honed her skills in other organizations. So, for a long time Papanova was involved in several performances at the site of the Theater studio. Directed by director A. Levinsky. Note that on this stage, the actress played completely free. She later admitted that she was very interested in working with this leader.
And a few years ago, another interesting work appeared in the life of the actress. It's about the so-called. Children's Red Theater. It was organized by director R. Svetlov. In it, including puppet shows. There is also an acting school. In addition, the theater organizes charity events and creative evenings.
One of Elena’s last major works on this stage was the comedy production of Funny Money.
Theatrical Almanac
Once, the leadership of the Ermolovsky Theater launched a very interesting project - a thematic festival of short performances called “Theater Almanac”.
All actors were invited to participate in this event. Elena immediately agreed. At the same time, they did not force anyone at all.
According to her, communication with young directors was not only a tremendous pleasure for her, but also an experience. She explained that when for many years you have been serving the same theater, the acuity of sensations disappears. She said: “There was something fresh, a new wave at the festival …”
As a spectator, Elena watched almost all the performances that were at the event. And she really liked them all. Of course, she went out onto the stage. So, Elena played one of the main characters of the play “One Hundred Years on the Stage”.
On set
In the 70s - 80s, the actress actively participated in the filming of various films. Films in which she was involved, appeared on the screens literally one after another.
Her film debut took place in 1976. It was then that she managed to star in two film projects at once. We are talking about the melodrama "We are Together, Mom" and the musical film "Shoes with Gold Buckles." After these roles, she began to receive interesting offers about new shootings. So, she starred in such children's films as “Three Funny Shifts”, “Waiting” and in many others.
Like many film actors, Elena almost did not participate in the filming in the period of the 90s. By and large, such pauses in her career were directly related to the birth of her children. But we will return to this a little later.
In 2002, after a long silence, she was again invited to appear. Then Elena performed two episodic roles in the television series “Behind the Scenes” and “The Line of Defense”. After that, for eight years she was again not involved in any in the filming process.
Return
According to the biography of the daughter of Anatoly Papanov, in 2010 she returned to the big movie. And it happened thanks to Valeria Gai Germanicus. This director has begun work on the TV series School. And Papanova was invited to star in this project as a teacher of the Russian language and literature.
Her character - Valentina Kharitonovna - was ambiguous. This teacher was, in fact, a product of the Soviet era. She knew her subject very well, but she did not have a pedagogical gift.
Play teacher in the frame Elena was quite easy. The fact is that at one time she tried herself in such a role. Elena was once a stage teacher. And, accordingly, she knew very well how to properly communicate with young people. In other words, in this work, Papanova played herself.
When the series was released, it literally shocked many. Others said that this film is the most believable. The third just liked the picture. Elena also could not stay away from the discussions. According to her, the tape was shot in a documentary manner. And so there is a feeling that the "cinema" fiction is becoming real. She claimed that generations change, but souls remain unchanged.
Despite the age difference, the actress and the director worked well together. Papanova admitted that for her Valeria is the godmother of the “movie mom”. In any case, it was thanks to her that Elena was again invited to the shooting.
By the way, after the premiere of "School" Germanicus again invited her to star. We are talking about the short film “A Short Course in a Happy Life”. Elena reincarnated as the mother of one of the main characters. Her heroine came from the province to her son. After that, she decided to rob his common-law spouse. “I was very interested in playing this role!” - said the actress then.
New time
After working with Germanicus, Elena participated in the filming of many films. She starred in the famous drama "Vysotsky. Thank you for being alive ”, in the melodrama“ If I was the Queen … ”, in the film“ Someone Loses, Someone Finds ”, as well as in the series“ Deffchonki ”and“ Sklifosovsky-4 ”.
And in 2015, the actress had to work immediately on three film projects. Firstly, she played the role of a kindergarten teacher in the film "Diary of Louise Lozhkina." Secondly, she played Yakhontova in the film Communal. And thirdly, she embodied the image of the guest in the work “Between the Notes, or the Tantric Symphony”.
The following year, Elena was busy in the series “Moscow. Central District ”and“ Family Circumstances ”.
At the moment, the actress's film career is gaining momentum again. She is invited not only to serial projects, but also to reality shows.
So, she began to participate in a television program called "Cruel Intentions." Despite her age, she managed to get to the third round out of four possible, because Elena is a physically prepared person. No wonder that in her youth she went in for sports. According to the actress, she runs daily in the morning and visits the pool. Elena said then: "I was able to prove to myself that I am still capable of much."
Off stage and movie set
In addition to working in the theater and cinema, the daughter of Anatoly Papanov, Elena, as a model, took part in the theatrical display of one of the famous Russian fashion designers. She then admitted that she feels much calmer before the usual performance than before the given show.
In addition, Papanova has an active life position. She can prove it with her deeds. So, in 2005, Elena participated in the competition "Stars to protect animals." Moreover, she was part of the jury. And a few years later she took part in a similar rally.
And in 2009, Elena Papanova published a book of memoirs about her father. She admitted that she did not dare to take up a pen for a long time. But then she gradually began to record everything. Note that the publisher accepted this work with virtually no changes.
Elena Papanova (daughter of Papanov): personal life
The actress has been married for several decades. The chosen one was her classmate. His name is Yuri Titov. In the graduation production of "How You Like It, " they played lovers. And this stage love turned into real. A stormy romance began.
Elena's parents were strongly opposed to this early marriage. In addition, they were embarrassed by the fact that the groom was not a Muscovite. But he still came by train to the capital from his native Noginsk. Many said that Yuri chose Elena solely for his career.
Despite everything, the wedding took place. After the diploma, Yuri, unlike his wife, could not find a job. And over time, he completely left the profession.
Be that as it may, this alliance turned out to be more than strong and happy. In any case, it was in him that two daughters appeared. Their names are Masha and Nadia.
