Philipp Kirkorov

Kirkorov's achievements are remarkable for their scale and longevity. Being named Best Selling Russian Artist five times at the World Music Awards places him in an elite group of global pop stars. His ability to sell out arenas across the former Soviet Union for decades is unmatched. He has also been recognized with the title People's Artist of Russia, a state honor given for outstanding contributions to the arts. His record for the most expensive stage costume, set in 2012, is a testament to his love of spectacle.