This poem is known by every Ukrainian. How does it sound from the lips of a legendary actor?
British actor and writer Stephen Fry once again demonstrated his solidarity with the Ukrainian people. On World Poetry Day, celebrated on March 21, he amazed audiences with a reading of a poem by Vasyl Symonenko.
More details about this are reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing a video on Facebook UNITED 24.
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How Stephen Fry read Vasyl Symonenko’s poem
The actor recited one of the poet’s most famous works in English, once again drawing international attention to Ukrainian culture.
He performed the poem “You Know That You Are a Human?”, which celebrates the uniqueness of each individual and their inseparable connection to the world.
“Thank you, Stephen, for reminding the world of the depth of Ukrainian culture. Through these poems, the international community discovers the identity of a nation that has preserved its freedom through the decades,” reads the description of the video.
How people reacted online
Users were touched by the reading of the legendary poet’s poem and thanked the actor for his support.
- “Thank you.”
- “Good reflections. May God bless Ukrainians and all who support them.”
- “What a wonderful person.”
- “Good translation.”
- “He missed the best part.”
How Stephen Fry supports Ukraine
The actor, known for films like “Wilde” and “The Hobbit,” has been helping Ukrainians since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion. He actively speaks about the need for support for the country on the international stage.
In September 2023, he personally traveled to Kyiv, where he participated in the Summit of First Ladies and Gentlemen. He also met with President Volodymyr Zelensky, military personnel, doctors, and civilians.
The result of his visit was, in particular, the documentary “Stephen Fry into Ukraine,” which was released in 2024. In the film, Fry showcased the lives of Ukrainians during the war.
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