Zura Kipshidze Biography: Spouse, Net Worth, Children, Height, Age, Movies, Parents

Zurab Kipshidze is a legendary Georgian actor whose career bridges Soviet-era cinema and independent Georgian theater and film. Born into an acting dynasty, he debuted as a child star at age 13 and went on to appear in over 58 films, earning adoration for his charismatic, often romantic leads in classics like When Almonds Blossomed (1972).

Profile

• Full Name: Zurab Kipshidze
• Stage Name: Zura Kipshidze
• Born: 10, August 1953
• Age: 72 years old
• Birthplace: Tbilisi, Georgia
• Nationality: Georgian
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Elene Kipshidze
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Lela Gotsiridze
• Children: 1
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $500,000

Early Life and Education

Zurab Kipshidze was born on August 10, 1953, in Tbilisi, Georgian SSR, into a distinguished acting family. His mother, Elene Kipshidze, was a celebrated Marjanishvili Theatre actress, and his grandfather, Giorgi Fronispireli, also had a notable legacy.

Information about his father is scarce, with early interviews suggesting a complex paternal background. He has no known siblings.

Kipshidze studied at the Shota Rustaveli Theatre Institute in Tbilisi (1970–1971) before transferring to Moscow, where he graduated in 1976 from the Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography (VGIK) under the guidance of Gerasimov and Makarova. Of Georgian ethnicity, he was raised immersed in Tbilisi’s theatrical environment.

Career

Zurab Kipshidze entered the spotlight as a child with his 1966 film debut, quickly becoming a teen heartthrob through roles in Georgian classics like Rotsa akvavda nushi (1972), where his sensitive portrayal opposite co-stars defined an era of romantic cinema.

He balanced early screen work with theater training in Moscow, returning to join troupes and deliver powerful stage performances in productions directed by legends like Robert Sturua.

Kipshidze’s stardom peaked in the 1980s–1990s with iconic films under directors like Sergei Parajanov in The Legend of the Suram Fortress (1985) and collaborations in Ashik Kerib (1988), blending poetic visuals with his magnetic presence.

He transitioned seamlessly into post-Soviet works, starring in Vremya tantsora (1998) and serving on international juries, including the 35th Moscow International Film Festival in 2013. Theater remained central, with long affiliations at Marjanishvili and Rustaveli theatres in roles like King Lear.

Zurab Kipshidze endures as a cornerstone of Georgian culture, honored with titles like Honored Artist of Georgia, Gold Mask grand prize, and Nika award.

Recent recognition includes Tbilisi Honorary Citizen in 2024, and he continues selective appearances while mentoring at festivals, his vast filmography a testament to versatile talent across drama, comedy, and historical epics.

Social Media

• Zurab Kipshidze does not have a verified social media account.

Personal Life

Zurab Kipshidze married Lela Gotsiridze following a heartfelt courtship. At the time they met—at a funeral—she had been previously married.

Their wedding was an intimate affair, attended by only ten guests. The couple has at least one son and grandchildren, and Kipshidze frequently shares touching family moments, including those with his grandson.

While maintaining a private life, he reveals a warm, affectionate side during rare interviews. In 2014, he faced significant family health challenges when both his wife and son were diagnosed with aneurysms.

Filmography

• Rotsa akvavda nushi (1972)
• The Legend of the Suram Fortress (1985)
• Ashik Kerib (1988)
• Tsodvis shvilebi (1989)
• Vremya tantsora (1998)
• Oblomov (2002)
• A Fold in My Blanket (2013)
• Everybody’s Gone (2013)

Net Worth

Zurab Kipshidze has an estimated net worth of $500,000. His wealth primarily accumulated from a prolific career in Soviet and Georgian cinema, with residuals from over 58 films still aired regionally, supplemented by theater salaries at major Tbilisi venues, festival honors, and occasional international co-productions.