Mikhalkov

Mikhalkov (Russian: Михалков) is a noble family of Lithuanian origin known from the end of the 15th century. Many of their scions worked for the Soviet Union and modern Russia.

Among notable Mikhalkovs are:

• Sergei Mikhalkov — the author of National Anthem of the Soviet Union, current National Anthem of Russia and children poetry;
• Mikhail Mikhalkov — the younger brother of Sergei, Soviet spy and a writer;
• Nikita Mikhalkov — an actor and a filmmaker, a son of Sergei;
• Andrei Mikhalkov-Konchalovsky — a filmmaker, a son of Sergei;
• Nadezhda Mikhalkova — an actress, a daughter of Nikita;
• Anna Mikhalkova — an actress, a daughter of Nikita;
• Julia Mikhalkova — an actress and TV presenter;