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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Inga Parkel

Russian ballet star Vladimir Shklyarov dies suddenly aged 39

Diana Vishneva and Vladimir Shklyarov in Romeo and Juliet - (Gene Schiavone)

Acclaimed Russian ballet dancer Vladimir Shklyarov has died after falling from the fifth story of a building. He was 39.

Shklyarov’s tragic death was announced by his dance company, Mariinsky Theater, on Saturday (November 16). “This is a huge loss not only for the theater’s staff, but for all of today’s ballet art,” the theater company said in a statement. “Our condolences to the artist’s family, loved ones, friends and all the numerous admirers of his work and talent.

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