KVN Director Alexander Maslyakov Dies at 82 After an Incurable Disease
Head of KVN and TV presenter Alexander Maslyakov passed away at the age of 83. He hosted the program since 1964, becoming a symbol of humor and satire both in Russia and abroad.
“Alexander Vasilyevich has received numerous awards (…) His contribution to the development of domestic entertainment television cannot be overestimated,” the press service of the TV game reported.
In 1994, Maslyakov was awarded the title of “Honored Artist of Russia”. In 2002, the TV presenter was awarded the TEFI award for his personal contribution to the development of Russian television. In addition, he is a full Cavalier of the Order “For Services to the Fatherland”.
The TV presenter’s death could have been caused by cancer
According to the Telegram channel SHOTthe cause of Maslyakov’s death was lung cancer. The presenter had an inoperable tumor: eight months ago, doctors admitted that treatment would not be able to affect the situation.
For the last six months, the TV presenter had difficulty speaking and breathing. The consequences of having had coronavirus twice complicated the situation. It is noted that Maslyakov has recently been traveling in a golf cart with security.
In April, it was reported that Maslyakov was undergoing maintenance treatment for an inoperable tumor in his lungs. The TV presenter’s health problems began after he contracted coronavirus in 2022. However, Maslyakov’s family refused to comment on the news of his illness.
The media reported that Maslyakov had left his post as KVN host
On April 22, Alexander Maslyakov Jr. denied reports that his father had left his post as KVN host. “This information is currently not true,” he said.
In this way, Maslyakov Jr. commented on media reports that a replacement had been found for his father. It was claimed that showman Dmitry Khrustalev would become the new host of the project. His candidacy for the role of permanent host of KVN was allegedly approved by Maslyakov and his son.
Former KVN participant in the team “Uyezdny Gorod” Sergey Pisarenko spoke about the host of the TV game who could replace Alexander Maslyakov Sr. Pisarenko believed that Khrustalev, to whom the media predicted this post, could really replace the legendary TV host.
Pisarenko added that, according to Khrustalev, the KVN leadership also considered the candidacies of TV presenter Valdis Pelsh and comedian Vadim Galygin.
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