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Elena Stepanenko

b. 1953

Russian stand-up comic and actor

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About Elena Stepanenko

Born 1953. Elena Stepanenko is a Russian stand-up comedian, actor, presenter, singer, poet and writer.

Biography Since 1990, she also starred in movies.

She was awarded the titles Honored Artist of the Russian Federation (1995; for achievements in the field of art) and Order of Friendship (2015; for merits in the development of national culture and many years of fruitful activity).

Since 1985, she was the spouse of the humorist and TV presenter Yevgeny Petrosyan. On July 4, 2018, Stepanenko filed a civil suit for divorce and division of their joint property.

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Important facts

Born
8 April 1953, Volgograd
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Stand-up comedian, actor, presenter, singer, poet, writer
Nationality
Soviet Union, Russia
Education
Russian Institute of Theatre Arts, Volgograd Municipal Institute of Arts
Employers
Moscow State Estrade Theatre, Mosconcert
Awards
Merited Artist of Russia; Order of Friendship; Master of Sport of the USSR
Also known as
Yelena Grigoryevna Stepanenko

Family & relationships

Spouse
Yevgeny Petrosyan

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Elena Stepanenko?

Russian stand-up comic and actor

When was Elena Stepanenko born?

Elena Stepanenko was born on 8 April 1953 in Volgograd.

What is Elena Stepanenko's occupation?

Elena Stepanenko is a stand-up comedian, actor, presenter, singer, poet and writer.

What nationality is Elena Stepanenko?

Elena Stepanenko is Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Elena Stepanenko

· Wikidata: Q4441710

· DBpedia: Yelena Stepanenko

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