Philipp Kirkorov Biography: Age, Wife, Net Worth, Songs, Albums, Height, Eurovision

Philipp Kirkorov is a celebrated Russian pop singer, songwriter, actor, and producer of Bulgarian descent, often dubbed the “King of Russian Pop.”

Known for his flamboyant performances and hits like “Sneg” (Snow) and “Atlantida,” he has dominated the Russian music scene since the 1990s.

His extensive career, combined with controversial political stances, has made him a polarizing yet iconic figure in Eastern Europe.

Profile

• Full Name: Philipp Bedros Kirkorov
• Stage Name: Philipp Kirkorov
• Born: April 30, 1967
• Age: 58 years old
• Birthplace: Varna, Bulgaria
• Nationality: Russian-Bulgarian
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Actor, Producer
• Height: 6’6″ (1.98 m)
• Parents: Bedros Filipov Kirkorov, Viktoria Markovna Likhacheva
• Siblings: Ksenia Kirkorova
• Spouse: Alla Pugacheva (M. 1994–2005)
• Children: Alla-Victoria Kirkorova, Martin-Christo Kirkorov
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $10 million to $30 million USD

Early Life and Education

Philipp Kirkorov was born on April 30, 1967, in Varna, Bulgaria, to Bedros Filipov Kirkorov, a Bulgarian singer of Armenian descent, and Viktoria Markovna Likhacheva, a Russian concert host and translator of French and Bulgarian descent.

He moved to Moscow with his family in the early 1980s, attending School No. 413 with an English focus and a music school for piano and guitar. In 1984, he enrolled at the Gnessin State Musical College, graduating with honors in 1988 with a degree in vocal performance. His early exposure to Bulgarian and Russian music scenes and his father’s career shaped his ambition to become a performer.

Career

Kirkorov’s career began in 1987 on Soviet television’s Shire Krug, performing “Alyosha,” a Bulgarian song. In 1988, he met Alla Pugacheva at the Verkhnika festival, who invited him to her Christmas Meetings show, launching his rise. His 1990 duet “Atlantida” with Masha Rasputina topped Russian charts, followed by his debut album Philipp (1990).

He gained international fame representing Russia at Eurovision 1995 with “Kolybelnaya dlya vulkana” (17th place) and released hits like “Sneg” (Snow), “Zayka moya,” and “Mne mama tikho skazala.” His discography includes over 20 albums, such as Nebo i zemlya (1991), Ya za tebya umru (2001), and DruGOY (2009), with over 20 million records sold.

He has collaborated with Igor Krutoy, Ani Lorak, and Sakis Rouvas, and performed at venues like Madison Square Garden and the Kremlin Palace. As a producer, he founded the Eurovision team Dream Team, guiding acts like Dmitry Koldun (Belarus, 2007) and Ani Lorak (Ukraine, 2008). His acting credits include Love in the Big City (2009–2013), Beauty and the Beast (2014), and Vampire’s Kiss (2011).

Kirkorov has hosted Morning Mail and In the World of Animals and competed on The Masked Singer Russia (2020, as Banana). In 2025, he remains active but faces restrictions due to sanctions over his support for Russia’s actions in Ukraine, limiting international performances.

Awards and Nominations

• 1996: Honored Artist of the Russian Federation
• 2008: People’s Artist of the Russian Federation
• 2002–2014: Multiple Golden Gramophone Awards (e.g., “Sneg,” “Zayka moya”)
• 1996–2010: World Music Awards – Best-Selling Russian Artist (five times)
• 2000s: MUZ-TV Awards, Song of the Year Awards, Ovation Awards
• Other Titles: People’s Artist of Chechnya, Ingushetia, Ukraine (revoked 2024), Honored Artist of Moldova (revoked 2024)
• 2024: Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Ukraine entry bans; Ukrainian sanctions and Myrotvorets blacklist for supporting Russia’s invasion

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @fkirkorov
• Facebook Handle: @PhilippKirkorovOfficial
• Twitter Handle: @fkirkorov
• YouTube Channel: Philipp Kirkorov
• TikTok Handle: @fkirkorov

Personal Life

Philipp Kirkorov, a 58-year-old Taurus, was married to Russian pop icon Alla Pugacheva from 1994 to 2005, a high-profile union that boosted his career. They divorced amicably, remaining friends. He has two children via surrogacy: Alla-Victoria (born November 26, 2011) and Martin-Christo (born June 29, 2012), both raised in Moscow. He is single, with no confirmed partner as of 2025, though rumors linked him to various figures in the past. Of Armenian-Bulgarian-Russian descent, he is a Russian Orthodox Christian.

Discography

• Philipp (1990) – Includes “Atlantida” (with Masha Rasputina)
• Nebo i zemlya (1991)
• Ya za tebya umru (2001) – Includes “Ya za tebya umru”
• Vlyublyonny i bezumno odinokiy (2002)
• DruGOY (2009) – Includes “Poleteli”
• Ya (2016) – Includes “Ya ne budu molchat”
• Notable Singles: “Sneg,” “Zayka moya,” “Mne mama tikho skazala,” “Ogni bolshogo goroda”
• Over 20 albums, with collaborations like “Zhestokaya lyubov” (with Ani Lorak)

Filmography

• Love in the Big City (2009) – St. Valentine
• Love in the Big City 2 (2010) – St. Valentine
• Love in the Big City 3 (2013) – St. Valentine
• Vampire’s Kiss (2011) – Actor
• Beauty and the Beast (2014) – Actor
• The Masked Singer Russia (2020) – Contestant (as Banana)

Net Worth

Philipp Kirkorov’s estimated net worth is $10 million to $30 million USD. His wealth comes from album sales (over 20 million records), concert tours, production work, and TV appearances.