I never dreamed of a beautiful life.
The magnificent actress Faina Ranevskaya has long been a cult figure. But, despite her deafening popularity and all-Union adoration, the artist was never rich and did not make a fabulous fortune.
Ranevskaya did not even dream of huge money, because it was impossible to show off on her salary in the theater, equal to 350 rubles. In addition, Faina Georgievna deprived herself by distributing half of her property to the poor.
Once, during filming, a shabby-looking woman approached Ranevskaya and introduced herself as her classmate. She complained about the bitter fate and poverty. The artist without hesitation took out her luxurious fur coat and gave it to the woman. Ranevskaya also threw gifts into her pockets for her friends when they visited her at home.
That is why the eminent actress lived out her days in poverty. Even if Faina Georgievna had an impressive fortune, she would not have been able to save it – the reason for this is the breadth of her soul and unspeakable generosity.
