"The team of the Tver Academic Drama Theater grieves and expresses condolences to relatives, friends, fans of Leonid Brusin ... The artist of the highest depth of soul and fiery imagination, a man of great magnitude," - said in a statement.

It is noted that the artist died as a result of a long illness. Farewell to him will be held on October 22.

On account of Brusin more than 80 roles on the stage, including more than two dozen major. The actor starred in the episode of the film epic Sergey Bondarchuk "War and Peace". Among his works - one of the central roles in the film "Royal Regatta" by Yuri Chulyukin.