Russian actor and stunt performer Alexander Zakharenkov has died at the age of 39, according to a profile on the film and theater database Kino-teatr.ru. The news was reported as part of his public profile on the aggregator, confirming the loss of a busy scene artist who contributed to a broad range of projects across film and television.
Over the course of his career, Zakharenkov appeared in more than 20 productions, including action-oriented titles and period pieces. In the lineup of his work, notable credits include Fighter. Birth of a Legend, Kotovsky, SOBR, Gentlemen Officers: Save the Emperor, and Pseudonym: Albanian. These roles showcased his ability to perform stunts and bring kinetic energy to action sequences, contributing to the vitality of modern Russian cinema and television storytelling.
Among his other appearances, Zakharenkov took part in well-known films such as Balkan Frontier and The Secret of the Dragon Seal. In The Secret of the Dragon Seal, he shared the screen with international superstars, illustrating the growing cross-border collaboration in action cinema and the exchange of techniques between Russian cinema and global productions.
The source indicated that Zakharenkov passed away on January 12, with the circumstances surrounding his death not yet fully disclosed. As with many acting professionals who work behind the scenes, the industry is processing the loss and reflecting on the impact of his stunts and performances on the safety and craft of stunt work in contemporary productions.
A few days earlier, news emerged about Yuri Solomin, the artistic director of Moscow’s Maly Theater. Solomin had suffered a minor stroke the previous autumn and had been recovering for some time. He was ultimately able to return home two days before his death and passed away in his sleep after dealing with ongoing health challenges. This update underscores the delicate nature of health in demanding artistic careers and the importance of recovery and care for performers and leaders in the theatre world.
Earlier reports also noted the passing of Pyotr Chernyaev, an actor known for appearances in television series including Capercaillie and Sklifosovsky. The industry continues to process the losses of those who contributed to television drama and medical-themed serials, recognizing the enduring legacy of their work on screen and in the industry at large. Source confirmations for these updates come from Kino-teatr.ru and related industry profiles as noted in contemporary entertainment coverage.