Vladimir Zhirinovsky

Soviet and Russian politician. Chairman of the LDPR. Deputy of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation since December 12, 1993, head of the LDPR faction in the State Duma since December 21, 2011.

Bright, unforgettable and, it seemed, eternal. Vladimir Zhirinovsky, the founder of the LDPR, one of the oldest political parties, its permanent leader, a deputy of all convocations of the State Duma and a participant in six presidential elections, has passed away. Outrageous, able to attract attention to himself, he always remained a patriot of Russia. He also had an amazing gift of foresight.

He did not occupy a place in our politics, he created it himself. Patriot, founder and permanent leader of one of the oldest political parties — this is how Vladimir Putin spoke about him in a telegram of condolences.

At the end of April, Vladimir Volfovich would have turned 76 years old. His LDPR will turn 30 in a few days. What hasn't changed over time? Style. Aphoristic, sometimes sarcastic, sometimes outrageous, sometimes daring. You can't copy that. Zhirinovsky always had something to say. And it was as if he knew about something in advance.

Farewell to Vladimir Zhirinovsky took place on Friday, April 8, in the Hall of Columns of the House of Unions. Then - the funeral at the Troyekurovsky cemetery, where his relatives rest. This man was able to cheer people up, joke, as well as criticize. These were the most memorable days with a great man who not only lifted the mood, but also helped the motherland.