Valerij Gergiev

Valerij Gergiev

conductor Russia

Valerij Gergiev is a prominent Russian conductor known for his dynamic performances and leadership of major orchestras, including the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg. He has gained international recognition but has also faced significant controversy due to his close ties with the Kremlin and support for President Vladimir Putin. Gergiev's political affiliations and lack of condemnation for the invasion of Ukraine have sparked intense debate about his participation in cultural events, notably prompting Julija Navalnaja, the widow of dissident Aleksej Navalny, to criticize his scheduled concert in Italy.

Born on May 02, 1953 (72 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
191,225
Power
6,325$
Sentiment
4.20
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Italy 5 4.20 0.29% +10% 60,461,826 191,225 $2,000,000 6,325$
Totals 5 60,461,826 191,225 $2,000,000 6,325$
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Recent Mentions

Italy Italy: Valerij Gergiev is a prominent artist who openly supports Putin and has been criticized for his stance on the Ukraine conflict. 2

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