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Ivan Urgant Silenced: From Comedian to Corporate Toastmaster

12/13/2025

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Ivan Urgant, a prominent Russian late-night comedian, opposed Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, signaling his protest with a black square on Instagram.
He was removed from a popular holiday movie.
Channel One canceled his long-running show.
He remains in Russia and now works as a toastmaster and corporate event announcer.
He performs abroad but avoids discussing the war to prevent further retaliation.

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Story summary

Ivan Urgant, a prominent Russian late-night comedian, opposed Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, signaling his protest with a black square on Instagram.
He was removed from a popular holiday movie.
Channel One canceled his long-running show.
He remains in Russia and now works as a toastmaster and corporate event announcer.
He performs abroad but avoids discussing the war to prevent further retaliation.