Kirill Gundeaev

Kirill Gundeaev, born Vladimir Gundeaev, is the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church, having served in this role since 2009. Known for his influential position within the church and close ties to the Russian state, Kirill has been a controversial figure due to his stance on various social and political issues, as well as his personal life, which has attracted media scrutiny over his long-term companion, Lidia Leonova.