- Although she mainly portrayed secondary or minor characters many consider her to be the most interesting aspect of any film that she's had ever been in.
- A quote from The Foundling (1940) 'Mulya, don't bother me' became a trademark of the actress.
- Lolita Milyavskaya has dedicated a song to her.
- Wildley regarded as one of the most beloved and influential actresses of the Soviet Union.
- Had four siblings: three brothers and one sister.
- Was born into the Jewish household.
- Despite being a Soviet icon Ranevskaya held generally hostile views on the communist party and when she was offered a party membership she declined.
- Was honored as a Google Doodle on August 27 of 2011.
- An asteroid (6821) discovered in 1986 by Ludmilla Karachkina was named 'Ranevskaya' in honor of the actress.
- An avid smoker.
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