Sergei Shargunov is a modern writer, journalist, author of popular works. He is known for his political activities and high-profile statements.
Biography of Sergei Shargunov
Sergey Shargunov was born on May 12, 1980 in Moscow. His father, Alexander Shargunov, knew 5 foreign languages, taught in various educational institutions of the capital and even served as a priest. Mother - Anna Shargunova restored icons, painted pictures and was known in a narrow circle of writers.
Sergey grew up in a beautiful and intelligent family, so he himself received a good education. After leaving school, he entered the journalism faculty of one of the most prestigious universities in the capital. Already at the age of 19, the works written by young men were published in the magazine "New World". The publication published not only prose, but also the author's articles with a critical bias. At the age of 21, he unexpectedly became a laureate of the Debut Prize for his story “The Kid is Punished”. From an early age, Sergei took an active position in life. He transferred his fee from the first prize to pay for the services of lawyers who helped the politician Eduard Limonov, who at that time was under arrest.
Journalism and writing
In 2002-2003, Sergei worked actively at Novaya Gazeta. Cooperation with the publication consisted of writing articles for the investigation department. After breaking the contract with the publishing house, Shargunov became a columnist for Nezavisimaya Gazeta. For 4 years, the talented journalist has been leading the Fresh Blood project. From the very beginning of his professional career, he showed himself to be a bright, principled and very intelligent person. The ratings of programs with his participation were consistently high.
Shargunov has always been distinguished by his dedication to his work and was not afraid to raise sensitive issues. In 2008, he worked in very dangerous conditions in South Ossetia as a military journalist. In 2014, he left for Donbass, where he also worked in the center of military operations.
Collaborating with television channels, radio stations, Shargunov did not forget about his main hobby - writing books. Among his works, special attention should be paid to:
- "What is my name?" (2006);
- "Battle for the Air of Freedom" (2008);
- Avian Flu (2008);
- "Hooray!" (2012);
- "1993" (2013).
Political activity
Sergei studied at the university and at the same time worked as an assistant to Tatyana Astrakhankina, who is a deputy of the Communist Party of the State Duma of the Russian Federation. In 2004, the talented journalist, together with his literary friends, created their own initiative movement "Hurray!" Young people organized street actions, literary evenings. The purpose of all these events was to draw attention to acute problems and to familiarize young people with literature. The activists collaborated with Dmitry Rogozin and his young Rodina party. In 2005, Sergei Shargunov tried himself in a new capacity. He himself created the youth union "For the Motherland!"
In 2007, Shargunov was admitted to the "Fair Russia" party, but after a few months he left its ranks. Some of his convictions ran counter to the ideas of the party.
In 2006, Shargunov became a deputy from the Communist Party of the Russian Federation. A little later, he was elected a member of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs. In politics, Sergei showed himself to be a very principled and rather harsh person. Shargunov has repeatedly proved that he is a patriot of his country. However, his name was implicated in some scandals. In 2012, he outlined his position on Pussy Riot. The politician condemned the actions of the leaders of the punk group, but felt that they should not have been arrested. The writer is known for his democratic views. He believes that repression by the state will not lead to anything good. The statements about the scandalous antics of a group of girls in the church angered some of Shargunov's colleagues and they reminded him that his father is a clergyman.
Personal life of a politician and writer
In 2006, Sergei Shargunov married the writer Anna Kozlova. In marriage in the same year, a child appeared - a son, Ivan. The famous writer and politician never advertised his personal life. But after a few years it became known that the family had broken up. Sergei's first wife immediately got married, and he was in no hurry to start a new relationship.
In 2017, Shargunov announced his marriage. Anastasia Tolstaya became his second chosen one. Anastasia is a philologist, great-great-granddaughter of L. N. Tolstoy, daughter of V. I. Tolstoy, adviser to the President of the Russian Federation for culture.
