Renowned Lviv actor has passed away
People's Artist of Ukraine Yevhen Shakh has died at the age of 80. The tragic loss was announced by the ensemble of the Ivan Franko National Academic Drama Theatre on its official social media page. The artist dedicated nearly 60 years of his creative career to this arts institution.
The cause of the artist's death is not disclosed in the published statement.
Colleagues' memories of the artist's personality
Colleagues noted that Yevhen Mykhailovych was an exceptionally bright, sincere, and kind person. He always found words of support for those around him.
«У Євгені Михайловичі було стільки душевного тепла, людяності та любові до людей, що здавалося, цього вистачить на всіх» (“Yevhen Mykhailovych had so much warmth, humanity, and love for people that it seemed there would be enough for everyone”), the theatre emphasised.
Creative path and recognition
Yevhen Shakh was born on 9 February 1946 in the Lviv region. He began his professional career in 1966, becoming an actor at the Franko Theatre, where he worked for decades.
His mastery was highly valued by the professional community. In 2001, the artist received the "Kyiv Pectoral" theatre award for his performance of the role of Omelko in the play "Martin Borulya". Five years later, in 2006, he was awarded the honorary title of People's Artist of Ukraine.
The voice of Dumbledore
Dubbing became a separate important stage in the actor's biography. It was Yevhen Shakh's voice that brought life to one of the most famous characters in the Harry Potter universe — Albus Dumbledore in the Ukrainian dubbing of the Harry Potter films. In addition, the artist participated in creating Ukrainian versions of other films and animation projects.
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