President of Armenia Armen Sarkissian has conveyed a condolence message on the occasion of the death of renowned actor, film director and People’s Artist of the Republic of Armenia Yervand Manaryan.

The message reads as follows:

“I was deeply saddened by the news about the death of talented artist, actor and film director, People’s Artist of the Republic of Armenia Yervand Manaryan.

After repatriating to Armenia, Manaryan continued the tradition of his famous parent actors in Tehran and became the head of a big family of talented artists.

Yervand Manaryan’s career was a season of plays that was, unfortunately, interrupted. Even in his 90s, he continued to make plans and stay true to his creativity.

Yervand Manaryan was truly a people’s artist, and he was loved by people of all ages.

I fondly remember our conversations that served as lessons of wisdom and humanity.

I express deep condolences to the renowned artist’s family, relatives, his fans and share their grief.”