P.
E.'s Life P. E., or Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, is a prominent figure in world politics, but what do we really know about his personal life and interests? Born in Leningrad (now St. Petersburg), P. E. grew up in a communal apartment with his parents and two older brothers. His father was a factory foreman and his mother a homemaker. P. E. was reportedly a good student and enjoyed sports, particularly judo. He even trained with the national judo team before being sidelined by a knee injury. After graduating from Leningrad State University, P. E. joined the KGB, where he worked as an intelligence officer for 16 years. He then entered politics, serving as the mayor of St. Petersburg and later as a top advisor to the president. P. E. was first elected president of Russia in 2000 and has held the position for four terms, with a brief stint as prime minister in between. Despite his busy schedule, P. E. still finds time for leisure activities. He enjoys fishing, hunting, and skiing, and is known for his love of dogs. In fact, he has a Labrador Retriever named Koni who often accompanies him on official visits and press conferences. P. E. is also a fan of classical music and literature. He reportedly plays the piano and is well-versed in Russian literature, particularly the works of Fyodor Dostoevsky. While many associate P. E. with politics and power, his personal life and interests reveal a more nuanced and complex individual.