Where is Andrei Danilko now and how his art helps save lives Bashny.Net

On October 2, 2023, Ukrainian artist Andrei Danilko celebrated his 50th anniversary. On the eve of the holiday, the creator of the image of Verka Serdyuchka made two large tours in support of Ukraine in the States and Europe. The concerts were sold out and pleased thousands of fans. Today. "Site" I will tell you where Andrey Danilko marked the big date. And how art literally saves lives.



After tours, the artist returned to Ukraine. He took a short break to rest and celebrate his 50th birthday. A serious date does not bother Danilka at all. At heart, he still feels like a student. Andrey likes to fool around and hooliganize with Inna Belokon - the stage mother of Verka Serdyuchka. According to the showman, he has a lot of creative plans and not a drop of free time to worry about the numbers in the passport.

The singer noted a round date in the company of the closest people. He wanted the war to end and Ukrainians to return home. With this wish, he addresses fans at the end of every concert since 2022.



After a short respite, Danilko plunged into work with his head. So, recently he became a member of the jury of the National selection for Eurovision-2024. Three artists, for whom Ukrainians voted in the application “Dia”, judged the finalists of the competition. More than 315,000 Ukrainians voted for Danilko.



In 2022, the UAE declared Verka Serdyuchka persona non grata. Andriy Danilko was permanently banned from entering the country because of his zealous pro-Ukrainian position. The artist was even ordered to pay a fine for funny but offensive chants against the Russian regime at a Dubai corporate party.

State agencies of the Emirates accused the performer of “inciting ethnic hatred”. It is worth recalling one of Danilko’s interviews in 2023. The artist told how he celebrated the New Year under rocket fire in Kiev. He even decided to walk into the corridor after the seventh explosion, although he did not do so even in the early days of the war. At this time, Muscovites danced to his songs on Red Square. I wonder what the UAE officials would say to this.



Of course, Verka Serduchka became the main artist, who ordered the way to Russia. At the origins of the conflict lies the famous song “Dancing Lasha Tumbai”, with which the all-Ukrainian conductor went to conquer Eurovision in 2007. Danilko states: Russia imposed a hostile campaign on him, deliberately distorting the title of the song. Looking at the water. Years later, it became tangible.

Therefore, without fear and reproach, the artist continues to support the morale of Ukrainians. Performs his favorite hits, whipsily ridicules the enemy. But not with a single slogan!



Verka Serdyuchka: Andriy Danilko does not like to openly declare his charity But good deeds run ahead of the artist. Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the TV presenter has been actively working at the front. Most of the concert earnings Verka Serduchka gives to the needs of the army and not only.

In late autumn 2022, the showman put up for London auction Sotheby’s rare car Freddie Mercury. Danilko purchased the legendary 1974 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow to be donated to the Queen Museum. But the war ruined the plans.



The artist gained at auction 250 thousand pounds. This is equal to 11 million hryvnias. All the money Danilko transferred to the construction of a rehabilitation center Superhumans in Ukraine.

Since 2023, the organization provides free assistance to people affected by the fighting. Thanks to the generous help of the showman, 358 Ukrainian soldiers have already been able to get back on their feet. “This is a great contribution to faith, to the good and bright people,” the representatives of the Rebcenter shared.



During the American tour, the artist in the image of Verka Serdyuchka concluded a collaboration with local charities: Help Heroes of Ukraine in Chicago, Stand With Ukraine Foundation in LA and New York Dignitas. Together with them during the show, the artist played many valuable lots.

For example, for $ 2900 bought a portrait of Vladimir Zelensky, painted by an artist from Denmark. The Ukrainian flag with the signature of a star - for $5,000. The most coveted lot was the t-shirt of Danilko himself with the legendary phrase “russia goodbye”. She went under the hammer for $3,000. All proceeds of the funds were used to buy drones and other needs of the Ukrainian army.



Andrey Danilko shows by his example that each of us can contribute to the victory. The main thing is to do the best you can. And then, with hope and love, pass on some of the fruits of their labor for the benefit of the heroes who protect our common home.