Evgeny Malyshko, the director of the Alexandra Pakhmutova Foundation, addressed the chatter surrounding the 90-year-old composer, casting doubt on reports of a deep depression. The clarification came through the agency RIA News and was echoed by those close to Pakhmutova, who urged the public not to give credence to unfounded rumors.
On 29 September, several Telegram channels claimed that Alexandra Pakhmutova had fallen into a severe mood after the loss of her husband, the poet Nikolai Dobronravov. Malyshko dismissed these claims as sensationalism, stressing that the veteran artist remains stable and engaged with daily life. He urged observers to treat such rumors with skepticism and to rely on verified information from trusted sources.
During a recent post-walk moment near Luzhniki, Malyshko described how Pakhmutova and the people around her chose to ground themselves in shared memories. He recalled that the conversation touched on Nikolai Dobronravov and the pair’s long partnership, highlighting the warmth that surrounded Pakhmutova as she reflected on the past. The meeting underscored the importance of a supportive circle during times of public scrutiny and personal loss, especially for someone with a history of public service through music and philanthropy.
According to Malyshko, Pakhmutova is in good physical health and remains actively involved in the foundation’s work and personal routines. He noted that the foundation’s leadership enjoys the backing of prominent figures, including People’s Artist of the Russian Federation Lev Leshchenko and renowned surgeon Leonid Roshal, whose support is a source of reassurance for those who care about the composer.
“There is widespread concern,” Malyshko acknowledged, “and the people who stand with Alexandra are always available to offer help.” The message was clear: rumors should not eclipse the actual well-being and ongoing contributions of the celebrated artist.
Alexandra Pakhmutova and Nikolai Dobronravov shared nearly seven decades of partnership. Dobronravov’s passing occurred on September 16 after a long illness, leaving a lasting mark on both the composer and the broader community that follows their work. The couple’s joint legacy endures in the melodies that continue to resonate with audiences in Russia and beyond, a testament to a life lived in harmony with a shared artistic vision.
In related remarks, after a public farewell to Grishechkin, reports noted that a family pet was left behind in the apartment, a small, humanizing detail that underscored the intimate, personal dimensions that often accompany the end of a career and a life lived in the public eye. These reflections remind readers that public figures also navigate private moments, and the public response should respect both the art and the person behind it.