Anton Chekhov Biography: Parents, Height, Relationship, Net Worth



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Anton Chekhov was born on January 29, 1860, in Taganrog, Russia. His father, Pavel Chekhov, was a grocer and his mother, Yevgeniya Chekhova, was a former actress. Chekhov had four siblings: Alexander, Nikolai, Olga, and Maria. Chekhov’s father died when he was nine years old and his mother was left to support the family. Chekhov was educated at the Taganrog Gymnasium and later attended medical school at the University of Moscow.

Chekhov’s career as a writer began while he was still a student. He wrote for a variety of publications, including the humor magazine “The Alarm Clock” and the newspaper “The St. Petersburg Times.” In 1884, Chekhov’s first play, “The Wedding,” was produced. It was not a success. However, Chekhov’s next play, “The Seagull,” was a hit. It established him as a leading playwright.

Chekhov’s plays are known for their realism and for their lack of a traditional plot. Instead, they focus on the everyday lives of ordinary people. Chekhov once said, “If you want to know what a man is really like, take notice of how he acts when he is not trying to impress anyone.”

Chekhov’s most famous plays include “The Cherry Orchard,” “Uncle Vanya,” and “The Three Sisters.” He also wrote short stories, including “The Lady with the Little Dog” and “The Kiss.”

Chekhov married Olga Knipper, an actress, in 1901. They had no children. Chekhov died of tuberculosis on July 15, 1904.

Source: IMDb, Wikipedia