Singer Dmitry Dunaev, a family friend of Nikolai Drozdov, spoke with socialbites.ca about the scientist’s health. He explained that Drozdov is currently at home with his wife and does not have a serious health issue. According to Dunaev, journalists often misinterpret rumors and seem to pull cancer claims from thin air. He stressed that no cancer has been found and that there have been moments when Drozdov did not feel well, which can be expected as a person reaches advanced age. Yet these episodes do not indicate a severe illness. Dunaev noted that Drozdov and his wife Tatyana Petrovna are resting at home and speak with him regularly by phone. He described Drozdov as having a strong, clear voice, a cheerful demeanor, and good spirits, suggesting that some people may be pursuing personal publicity rather than sharing verified facts. He urged readers to treat sensational reports with skepticism and to seek reliable information from verified sources rather than social media chatter, labeling much of the coverage as fabrication and a misguided bid for attention.
In January, the scientist and host Nikolai Drozdov was hospitalized after a significant fall and spent several days in the intensive care unit. In early October, a Telegram channel known as Shot Telegram claimed that Drozdov had allegedly been diagnosed with cancer. The actor Konstantin Miroshnik confirmed that socialbites.ca reported the tumor discovery as false, reinforcing the need for caution when evaluating online rumors. The situation highlighted how quickly unverified claims can spread across platforms and how important it is to verify information before sharing it widely.
Drozdov has previously spoken out against those who propagate rumors about him, condemning the spread of false news as despicable. He has encouraged the public to rely on confirmed statements from his representatives and to avoid sensationalized reports that aim to sensationalize health concerns for attention or influence. The broader takeaway is the importance of careful media literacy, particularly regarding public figures whose health status can become a focal point for misinformation. Responsible reporting and responsible consumption of news can help prevent the spread of harmful rumors and protect the integrity of individuals and their families.