The performances of People’s Artist of Russia Valery Afanasyev were under threat of cancellation due to his poor health. The Telegram channel reports this Puree.
According to the publication, Afanasyev is almost blind in one eye; the artist had problems with the retina of his right eye two years ago. He was later treated with intraocular injections to preserve his vision, but the procedure only helped temporarily.
As Mash reported, Afanasyev, who is now 75 years old, was diagnosed with cataracts, which affect his vision. Doctors advised the celebrity to go to the hospital for surgery. The actor is preparing for hospitalization.
In January 2023, the artist already It was like that hospitalized. Admitted to Botkin Hospital with suspected rupture of knee ligaments. Afanasyev was injured during the play “Warm Heart” – he stumbled and sat on his leg. Colleagues finished the performance without him.
Valery Afanasyev was awarded the title of People’s Artist of Russia in 2005. His filmography includes more than 200 works. He played in such projects as “Kalashnikov”, “Ivanov-Ivanov”, “Midshipmen, forward!”, “Shirley-myrli”, “Kremlin cadets”.
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