Putin with the Order of Valery Leontiev

Yesterday, in Catherine Hall, where Putin held state awards, including distinguished military, the scientists and doctors see the singer Valery Leontiev. "For his contribution to the development of art," the order "For Services to the Fatherland" IV degree is owed. Put him in the hall next to the other members of the show business. On the right hand Sat Hope Babkin (she was awarded the Order of Friendship) with a red mane and black pony, then, as if to contrast the shaved "from scratch" Bujnov (Medal of Honor) and closed the series Valentin Yudashkin (the title of "People's Artist of Russia"). Valery Leontiev changed its bright image - came in a strict black suit. Belonging to the artistic workshop, with only a white shirt with a wide collar. Prior to the event most eagerly traded violent. First, he threw his arm with a clenched fist, and then turned to his neighbor, pointed the finger at the passing up the blue dome. Participants of awards and other prominent persons. Artist Yuri Solomin was awarded the Order "For Services to the Fatherland" II degree, actress Lyudmila Kasatkina - the same award, but grade III. Order of Merit receive Anastasia Vertinsky, CEO Peter Shaboltai Kremlin Palace. Ms. Babkin a precedent: After her question: "I will sing a little?" And nod Putin poured into the hall: "The bitter words we forgive, home, gone too hard ..." This award to the Kremlin was distinguished for the first time But the most remarkable speech Valery Leontiev. Stating that feels proud under the roof of the hall, he continued: "I am not of the world, a cold fusion reaction, not invent the elixir of eternal life, however, and tried not invented the recipe movement through space at the speed of light. I just sang. And we must pay homage to the people who listened and heard "After the ceremony, the guests, according to tradition, drank champagne with the president to pay. A few seconds after Valery Leontiev received the award from the hands of the president, "MK" the first to congratulate the actor and asked: - What about the head of the state feel communicate? - Emotions are just wonderful! And a very festive atmosphere! I understand that the President -. A man who can easily create a relaxed atmosphere in the conversation - Already decided where to store this treasure? Hide it in the box seven locks? - Well, first of brag, of course. And then hide in a box. I have a ... - Order is called "Merit". And what do you think his main achievement? - I sang. Now I want to tribute to the people who loved me and listened to pay ... In recent years, I have not treated kindly by the authorities, and now my work assessed. - What's next? Second Order? - (Laughs) Well, it's hardly necessary now to focus on the next. The main thing - to sing, so that people can be heard.