Actor Alexey Yanin has died, according to RAMT, the Russian Academic Youth Theater. The theater released the news through its press service, stating that relatives informed them of the actor’s passing. The message read that today Lesha passed away after years of battling severe health issues. He had been in intensive care since September 2, but his heart ultimately failed. RAMT noted that Yanin had been coping with the long-term effects of a major stroke for eight years and he would have turned 40 this March.
RAMT offered condolences to Yanin’s family and friends, with the farewell time and venue to be announced later. The theater remembers his work on stage and his contributions to the ensemble with respect.
In May 2015, Yanin suffered a massive stroke that left him bedridden. His mother Olga and stepfather Nikolai cared for him during the difficult years that followed. Yanin’s wife, Daria Klyushnikova, who participated in Star Factory, did not respond to rumors about their relationship. According to Yanin’s mother, Daria and her grandson lived separately but visited him regularly, maintaining a connection through his recovery. The family’s caretaking journey highlighted the personal toll of illness within public lives.
At RAMT, Yanin brought to life Carrasco in Don Quixote, the prince in Cinderella, and Peter in The Possessed. He also appeared in performances like Odnoklassniki and Never Separated from Your Loved Ones, among others, and built a recognizable presence in television series as well. His range and dedication made him a familiar face to theatre-goers and TV audiences alike, earning him lasting recognition within the Russian arts community. [Source: RAMT press service]
On another note, the theatre community noted the passing of Vyacheslav Grishechkin on September 16, marking another loss for the acting world. The broader context of loneliness and isolation has been linked to higher risks of early death, underscoring the emotional and health struggles that can accompany life in the public eye. [Attribution: public statements and industry reporting]