Dmytro Lazutkin is a Ukrainian poet, journalist, and TV presenter whose work and professional activities encompass a wide range of interests and hobbies. He was born on November 18, 1978 in Kyiv. He graduated from the National Technical University of Ukraine, where he studied metallurgy.
After university, Dmytro worked as a metallurgical engineer and a karate coach, which gave him discipline and strength in life. However, his love of words and creativity led him to journalism and television. He was the host of such programs as “In the World of Martial Arts”, “ProRugby”, “Men's Club” on the First National TV Channel. He also commented on the Olympic Games in Beijing, Vancouver and London, demonstrating not only professionalism, but also a subtle sense of sports.
As a poet, Dmitry Lazutkin is known for his multifaceted work. His poetry collections, including "Roofs" (2003), "Sweets for Reptiles" (2005), "Sacred Cows Stuffed with Grass" (2006), "Gasoline" (2008), "Good Songs about Bad Girls" (2012), "Carols and Waltzes" (2014), "The Red Book" (2015), "Paprika of Dreams" (2006), "Artery" (2018), are distinguished by their unique style and bold experiments with form and content.
His poetry is an explosive mix of emotions, images, and reflections that leave neither readers nor critics indifferent. Dmytro Lazutkin is the voice of modern Ukraine, inspiring, surprising, and thought-provoking.
