Eduard Khil (September 4, 1934 – June 4, 2012) was a Russian baritone singer, who was best known for singing the “Troll Song” (original title: “I am very glad, as I’m finally returning back home”), which circulated around the internet since 2010. The song became an internet sensation, and Khil’s popularity surged and became a world-renowned celebrity.

After his death in 2012, Eduard Khil was honored by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Putin commented:

His name is connected to an era in the history of Russian music. Eduard Khil was unique in his extraordinary charm and lyricism, constant in his professionalism, vocal culture and creative taste. Many of the songs he performed became part of the golden fund of the Russian stage.