Vladimir Vinokur
Vladimir Natanovich Vinokur is a Soviet and Russian entertainer, humorist, singer and actor. People's Artist of the RSFSR.
Early life
Vladimir Vinokur was born on 31 March 1948 in Kursk to Natan Vinokur, a builder of Jewish descent, and Anna Yulyevna, a teacher of Russian descent. His older brother, Boris, was an entrepreneur.Career
In 1962, Vinokur was involved in the Artek camp, and won a singing competition, with his medal being given by Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin.In 1975, Vinokur became involved with the parody band Samotsvety.