Mikhail Zhvanetsky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mikhail Zhvanetsky |
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| Birth name | Mikhail Mikhaylovich Zhvanetsky |
| Born | 6 March 1934 Odessa, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union (now Ukraine) |
| Died | 6 November 2020 (aged 86) Moscow, Russia |
| Genres | Satire |
Mikhail Mikhaylovich Zhvanetsky (Russian: Михаи́л Миха́йлович Жване́цкий) was a very famous writer and performer. He was born on March 6, 1934, in Odessa, which was then part of the Ukrainian SSR in the Soviet Union. He passed away on November 6, 2020, in Moscow, Russia.
Mikhail Zhvanetsky was best known for his amazing shows. In these shows, he would talk about everyday life in the Soviet Union and later in Russia. He used a special kind of humor called satire. Satire uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to make fun of or criticize people's mistakes or problems in society.
He became a member of the Union of Soviet Writers in 1978. This was a big deal because it meant his writing was officially recognized. He also wrote several books during his life.
Achievements and Honors
Mikhail Zhvanetsky received many important awards for his work. These awards showed how much people appreciated his talent and humor.
Top Awards He Received
- People's Artist of Russia (2012): This is a very high honor given to artists in Russia. It means they are considered truly outstanding.
- People's Artist of Ukraine (1999): He also received a similar top award from Ukraine, where he was born.
A Planet Named After Him
Did you know that a small planet in space is named after him? It's called 5931 Zhvanetskij. This minor planet was found on April 1, 1976. It's a cool way to remember his legacy!
Images for kids
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Mikhail Zhvanetsky at the Odessa International Film Festival.
