A brief statement to Elena Agency in Moscow from his wife, Vasilya Livanova, confirmed that the actor had been discharged from the hospital after a short period of medical care. The update followed a routine period of observation and was received with relief by fans and colleagues alike.
Livanov had long faced health challenges tied to iron deficiency anemia, a condition that has required medical attention on several occasions. In the world of acting, such issues can lead to hospital stays, and at times to brief care in intensive units until stability returns. The family has consistently emphasized that these health episodes are manageable and part of ongoing care rather than a sudden crisis.
Health representatives and family members describe hospital visits as preventive steps. They typically involve a few days or up to a week of careful observation, especially given the actor’s age. There is nothing abnormal about these procedures, they say, and the focus remains on steady, age-appropriate care to support recovery.
On January 26 the hospitalization was formally approved, but the actor declined to remain in the hospital due to circulatory concerns. Rumors that the actor’s wife is in intensive care are unfounded, and no further details about the hospitalization were disclosed beyond the official notice.
Vasily Livanov is widely known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in Igor Maslennikov’s television cycle The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. In 1988, the RSFSR honored him as a People’s Artist. In 2006 a British envoy presented honors recognizing his iconic detective role, underscoring his lasting influence on audiences around the world.
Separately, it was noted that dancer Anastasia Volochkova had previously reported groin pain after performing with a younger partner, a separate health note that circulated in the same media landscape.