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Volodymyr Zelenskyy is a former actor and comedian who became president of Ukraine in a landslide victory in 2019. He is also a Jewish man who speaks Russian as his native language. How did this unlikely leader come to power, and what does his presidency mean for Ukraine? Zelenskyy was born in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, in 1978.
He studied law at the Kyiv National Economic University, but he never practiced law. Instead, he went into show business. He starred in several films and television shows, including the popular comedy series Servant of the People. In the series, he played a history teacher who becomes president after a viral video of him ranting against government corruption goes viral.
The show’s popularity led Zelenskyy to launch a political party of the same name in 2018. The party’s platform was based on anti-corruption and reform, and it quickly gained popularity. Zelenskyy himself was seen as a refreshing outsider, and he was elected president in 2019 with over 70% of the vote. Zelenskyy’s presidency has been marked by both challenges and successes.
He has faced the ongoing conflict with Russia in eastern Ukraine, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic. However, he has also made progress on reforms, including cracking down on corruption and improving the economy. Zelenskyy is a curious figure, and his presidency is one of the most fascinating stories in recent history. He is a man who has defied expectations, and he will continue to be a source of interest and intrigue for years to come.
