The message reads, in part:

I wish you good health and good spirits on your 70^th birthday.

You are a talented dramatic actor who manifested your brilliance from your very first roles in the legendary St Petersburg Youth Theatre. Your name has been on the playbill for 50 years. Nobody can remain unmoved by the depth and subtle psychology of your acting.

You have also enjoyed great success in the cinema. Films in which you have starred, including the famous Eternal Call, have earned you the love of millions of viewers.

I wish you success, inspiration, and of course new premieres.