Luiza Nersisyan Biography: Height, Age, Ethnicity, Movies, Net Worth, Husband, Instagram

Luiza Nersisyan is an acclaimed Armenian actress who became widely known for her roles in Armenian comedy films and television shows.

While an established performer in her home country, her popularity expanded internationally due to her supporting role as Yeva in the innovative 2015 American independent film Tangerine, directed by Sean Baker.

The film itself received universal critical acclaim, and Nersisyan’s portrayal of a nuanced character within the narrative brought her work to global audiences.

Profile

• Full name: Yelisaveta “Luiza” Nersisyan
• Date of birth: July 23, 1977
• Age: 48 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Yerevan, Armenian SSR, USSR (now Armenia)
• Nationality: Armenian
• Profession: Actress
• Height: 170 cm (5 ft 7 in)
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Hrant Tokhatyan
• Children: One child (Hrant Tokhatyan has two sons from previous marriages)
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Christian
• Ethnicity: Armenian
• Net worth: $1-5 million

Early Life and Education

Luiza Nersisyan, whose birth name is Yelisaveta Nersisyan, was born on July 23, 1977, in Yerevan, Armenian SSR, USSR. She is now 47 years old. She grew up in Yerevan and decided to pursue a career in acting, leading her to attend the Yerevan State Institute of Theatre and Cinematography.

She completed her education there, specializing in theatrical and cinematic arts, which provided the foundation for her long-standing career. She is a member of the Union of Theatre Workers of Armenia.

Personal Life

Luiza Nersisyan is married to Hrant Tokhatyan, a well-known Armenian actor and comedian. They are a prominent couple within the Armenian entertainment industry. Together, they have one child, a daughter. Hrant Tokhatyan also has two sons from previous relationships.

Career

Luiza Nersisyan has maintained an active acting career since the 1980s, primarily in Armenia. Her work spans theater, television series, and feature films. Early in her career, she appeared in various Armenian productions.

Her career expanded to include roles in notable projects such as the TV series Love and Pepper and the film Our Yard 3. The 2015 film Tangerine, where she played the role of Yeva, a cab driver’s wife, was a significant international exposure, as the film received critical acclaim at the Sundance Film Festival and a successful theatrical run.

She has appeared in multiple other films and shows including Scotch & Whiskey (2015), Lengthy Night (2018), Women in Black (2023), and the sitcom Surprise (2022). She continues to work, with upcoming film projects scheduled for release in 2025.

Awards

• 2008 Armenian Comedy Awards, Comedy actress: Won
• 2011 Best Stylish Actress: Won
• 2013 Annual National Film Award “Ayak”, “Best Actress”: Won
• 2015 “Artavazd” Award ceremony, Best Female Role: Won

Net worth

Luiza Nersisyan has an estimated net worth of $1 million to $5 million. Her wealth has been primarily accumulated through her extensive work as a professional actress in the Armenian film and theatre industries, as well as her roles in internationally distributed films and television projects.

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Filmography

• Tangerine (2015)
• Love Odd
• Lengthy Night (2018)
• The Knight’s Move
• Poker.AM (2012)
• Scotch & Whiskey (2015)
• Grandpa 005
• Taxi Eli Lav A (2009)
• Anniversary Client (2012)
• Zhanna
• Our Yard 3
• Metamorphosis
• Three Friends
• Game of Chess
• Love Coefficient (2015)
• The Last Magician
• Without Borders (2015)
• With Family
• Chambermaid
• Life and Struggle
• Three Weeks in Yerevan (2016)
• Erken Night
• Poly
• Women in Black (2023)
• Operation: Honorable Beggars (2023)
• The Armenian Job (2025)
• Precious Boys (2025)