Vladimir Putin - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 07, 1952 |
|---|---|
| Age | 73 |
| Birthplace | Leningrad, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union (now Saint Petersburg, Russia) |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Vladimir Putin's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | President of Russia, long-standing political leadership, KGB background, centralization of political power in Russia |
Intro
Vladimir Putin is a Russian politician and former intelligence officer, serving as President of Russia since 2012, and previously from 2000 to 2008. He also served as Prime Minister from 1999 to 2000 and from 2008 to 2012. Putin is known for centralizing power in Russia, reasserting the country as a major global power, and his leadership has been marked by both domestic reforms and controversial foreign policies.
Early Life & Background
Vladimir Putin was born into a working-class family in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg) on October 7, 1952. He attended Leningrad State University, where he studied law, and subsequently joined the KGB, the Soviet Union’s main security agency, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel before retiring in 1991.
Career Highlights
- Joined the KGB in the late 1970s and served until 1991
- Appointed Prime Minister of Russia in 1999
- Became acting President following Boris Yeltsin's resignation, formally elected President in 2000
- Served two consecutive terms as President (2000–2008), and as Prime Minister under Dmitry Medvedev (2008–2012)
- Re-elected as President in 2012, 2018, and has remained in power since
- Led annexation of Crimea in 2014
- Involved in significant foreign policy actions, including intervention in Syria and activities in Ukraine
Trivia
- Putin is skilled in judo and has a black belt.
- He is known for his image of physical fitness and has staged several publicity events showcasing athleticism.
- He speaks German fluently.
- Has been subject to significant criticism and sanctions by Western countries over human rights, corruption, and alleged election interference.
FAQs
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Vladimir Putin is 73 years old.
Vladimir Putin was born the 7 October 1952.
Leningrad, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union (now Saint Petersburg, Russia).
On His Birth-Day
About October 7th, 1952, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 7, 1952, the New York Yankees secured their 15th World Series title by defeating the Brooklyn Dodgers in Game 7. This victory continued the Yankees' dominance in Major League Baseball during the early 1950s.
- Day of the week: October 7th, 1952 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: High Noon directed by Fred Zinnemann
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