Lev Leshchenko opened up about his social world in a recent appearance, candidly noting that he doesn’t consider himself to have close friends within the show business circle. Among the people he does hold in high regard are composer Vyacheslav Dobrynin and comedian Vladimir Vinokur, whom he described as being especially meaningful in his life. This reflection came up during a YouTube discussion program called “Open the door David.”
“I spent a lot of my life alongside Slava. He is my favorite person among the colleagues I know. It’s painful to say, but he is unwell now. Our paths in life diverged at some point, yet the bond remains,” Leshchenko shared, emphasizing the deep, longtime connection he feels with the composer, even as circumstances changed.
The second figure Leshchenko referred to as someone he has effectively shared his life with is Vladimir Vinokur. The veteran artist described a long-standing companionship, underscoring the importance of mutual respect and shared history in their relationship.
While admitting that he does meet many vocalists at various events and social gatherings, Leshchenko differentiated between acquaintances and true friends. He cited frequent encounters with Nikolai Baskov at social occasions, yet he suggested that friendship in the entertainment world often comes with its own set of expectations and challenges. He remarked that there can be a pronounced sense of jealousy and competition among industry peers. People who seem to know one another well sometimes maintain closer personal networks, visiting each other and marking birthdays together, a level of closeness he feels is not as common as it once was.
In related remarks, it has been noted that Vyacheslav Dobrynin, a celebrated composer who has left a lasting mark on the music scene, endured a microstroke several years ago. Since that health incident, Dobrynin has kept a relatively low public profile, appearing less frequently in media and public appearances. After a period away from screens, he returned to television coverage about a year ago, and today he participates in occasional shoots. He has not signaled a full return to the demanding pace of creative work, preferring to proceed with care as he navigates his health and schedule.
Formerly, Yuri Stoyanov, a People’s Artist, explained his own approach to rest and pace, remarking that rest has become a familiar and comfortable habit for him. This sentiment echoes the broader theme of balancing public life with personal well-being within the show business landscape.