Honored Artist of the RSFSR Svetlana Svetlichnaya died at the age of 85.
The tragic news was reported by film critic Susanna Alperina on her Telegram channel.
She wrote: "Svetlana Svetlichnaya is gone. The first beauty of the USSR."

The actress's daughter-in-law Olga Kalimbet (Ivashova) confirmed the information about the actress's death.
Svetlichnaya died at the age of 84 after a serious and prolonged illness.
In recent years, the legendary actress's condition has been extremely grave.
Svetlana Svetlichnaya played dozens of roles in cult films.
She became beloved by a wide audience for her roles in the cult films “The Diamond Arm”, “Seventeen Moments of Spring”, “The Meeting Place Cannot Be Changed” and many others.
Bright talent and bright beauty made Svetlichnaya one of the most famous and beloved actresses.
Svetlichnaya's roles will forever be remembered by Russian viewers. Her departure was an irreparable loss for fans.