People's Artist of the RSFSR Lev Leshchenko, 83 years old, continues to perform on stage. News.ru speakWhat is known about his career, personal life and health.
How did Leshchenko become famous?
Lev Leshchenko was born on February 1, 1942 in Moscow. Graduated from GITIS. He served in the army in Germany – first in the tank corps, then in a dance troupe.
Leshchenko's creative career began in 1964 with a group of trainees at the Operetta Theater. In 1970, he became a solo singer of the Soviet State Radio and Television Company. This artist became widely famous in the 70s after performing the song “Victory Day”.
During his career, he has released more than 10 albums. The most famous songs performed by him are the compositions “Nightingale Grove”, “Parental Home”, “Farewell”, “Don't Cry, Girl”, “Nadezhda”, “Goodbye, Moscow” and others.
Personal life
Lev Leshchenko's first wife was Alla Abdalova, whom he met while studying at GITIS. The actress admitted she had three abortions during her marriage.
“I was haunted by doubt whether we would continue to be together or not, I asked him: “Do you love me? If it's possible, I'll give birth.” He didn't answer me. So I went to see the midwife. Another time I asked him what to do. But he didn't have time for that. He's from Japan, he has many impressions…” she said.
Leshchenko's second wife was Irina Bagudina, whom he met during a tour in Sochi – it was this love affair that caused the divorce with Abdalova. The couple married in 1978 and are still together but have no children.
Opinion about SVO
After the start of the special operation, Leshchenko regularly performed at military hospitals. He declared that the Russian people are “a single whole” and that in this case the enemy cannot defeat the country.
At the same time, the singer urged not to push young colleagues towards patriotism. He firmly believes that aspiring stars must grow up for this and make their own choices.
health rumors
In August 2024, the media reported that Leshchenko was diagnosed with transthyretin amyloidosis. The disease is associated with a disorder of protein metabolism and causes problems with the heart and other organs. It was assumed that Leshchenko needed an expensive drug for treatment, but he could get it for free.
In October 2025, it was reported that due to a bad back, Leshchenko refused solo concerts. However, the artist later denied this rumor and said he would not leave the stage in the near future.
What is Leshchenko doing now?
Leshchenko continued to perform, appearing at music festivals and various events. He also has his own engineering business. The performer emphasized that he continues to work and is not considering retirement. According to the musician, pension payments amount to about 30 thousand rubles per month.
