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BORN
1943
DIED
2017
Oleg Vidov Obituary
Vidov, who was born June 11, 1943, in Moscow, grew up in Mongolia, East Germany, and China, as his parents, who worked for the Russian government, moved around a lot on assignment.
Vidov defected from the Soviet Union, immigrating to the United States in 1985. He played roles in films and on television series including "Red Heat," "Wild Orchid," "Love Affair," "Three Days in August," and "The West Wing."
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In 1988, he and his second wife, Joan Borsten, a former actress from Yugoslavia, started a company that restores and distributes Russian animation films. In 2007, the couple co-founded a center in Malibu, California, for helping drug and alcohol addicts to recover.
"My parents were also helping people their whole lives, and my aunt in Kazakhstan helped refugees that were running from the Nazis," Oleg Vidov said in an interview published in 2013 on the Malibu Beach Recovery Center's website. "Times were difficult, and she taught them how to survive. ... So when I came to the U.S., it was natural for me to try and help people. When Joan first talked about opening the clinic, I knew that we should do it."
The couple sold the center in 2014.
Vidov is survived by his wife, Joan Borsten Vidov; two sons, Viacheslav and Sergei; and a grandson.
Memories and Condolences
for Oleg Vidov
22 Entries
Roman Fedorov
October 19, 2017
One of my favorite actors, cannot imagine my childhood without his movies...
Had a chance to speak with him here at the USA...
Definitely, will watch a couple of his movies to honor the memory today...
My prayers are with his family during this difficult time...
Will always remember...
Sydney Levine
June 21, 2017
Dear Joan,
How shocked we were to hear of dear Oleg's passing! We offer you our sympathy and hope you find comfort among family and friends. May his memory be a blessing upon us all.
Sydney and Peter
May 22, 2017
My prayers are with you and your love one during this difficult time.
Al
May 19, 2017
Our deepest condolences to Ms Joan Borsten-Vidov and family. May the Almighty in his infinite wisdom grant solace to the bereaved.
Harry Simpson
May 19, 2017
Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us,
May 19, 2017
May God above grant you comfort and peace of mind during this time of grief and sorrow and give you the strength to endure the days ahead.
The love and support of family,friends and loving memories can ease your pain.
Carlotta
May 18, 2017
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the Vidov family and friends at this difficult time.
christian
May 18, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Oleg. Rest assured life is precious to our Creator. He promises to act in our behalf.
1 Corinthians 15:26
Serge
May 17, 2017
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Jane Dowling
May 17, 2017
God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.
AC
May 17, 2017
May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad and difficult time. Psalms 119:50,76.
May 17, 2017
May warm memories and the God of peace bring you comfort during this difficult time
Isiah 25:8
Agape
May 17, 2017
Dear Joan, I am sorry for your loss of Oleg. Thank you for the work you and he did for those in need. May the wonderful memories you share of him provide comfort and strength to you during this difficult time. Know that God will reward Oleg's and your efforts (Proverbs 19:17) ~ Linda, Queens, NY
May 17, 2017
A wonderful life of trying to help people is a wonderful and satisfying life. May God give the family and friends comfort and strength to cope with this difficult time. God love you.
May 17, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Adrian Barnette
May 16, 2017
We'll miss you !
Sam SMAcker
May 16, 2017
AYYYY BOI
Pat
May 16, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that God cares for you. Look to Him for help by pouring out your heart in prayer.
May 16, 2017
I wish to extend my sincere condolences to Mrs. Vidov, family, friends and fans. He will be missed by all. May the peace God gives help you through these difficult days.
May 16, 2017
Condolences to all the family and friends!
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