Inside Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s Unlikely Rise To President Of Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelenskyy is drawing global praise for his messages of resolve shared on social media as Russia attacks his country. Reporting for TODAY, NBC’s Erin McLaughlin takes a look at his life in the spotlight that led him to the presidency in Ukraine.

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[TheMotz]

"I need ammunition, not a ride" already ranks among the noblest quotes in the defense of democracy

[yokosuzuko]

I am Taiwanese, my whole family and my country, Taiwan, pray for the President Zelensky, his family, and his brave Ukrainian people. We should all support Ukrainian. God and Buddha bless the brave Ukrainian people. Your brave people and leader will protect your country and nobody can take an inch of your country and hope your country will be peaceful again. All the families reunion again. People already sacrificed for your country will be with God.

[wildlyunrulyadventures]

I feel like Gary Sinise would be the perfect choice to play him in a movie. Bless this man. He is beyond brave. A real hero.

[mispaafor]

Am not a Ukrainian but I absolutely thank God for such a leader like President Selenskyy what a leader, The God of heaven and earth sees you Mr president, I salute your braveness!!! You are a president with a difference.
"My father lord Jesus please have mercy on Selenskyy and fight for the Ukrainians, dear lord, though an African, we want everybody in Ukraine to be protected. Selenskyy we love you and are praying for you and your country every moment of our lives. Be strong Sir you are not alone .In the face of this war do not underestimate yourself for you are not the one fighting, the battle is the lords.Remember to put your strength in the lord as you defend your country. Others may come against you trusting in their chariots and nuclear weapons, don't be afraid nor be moved because the lord will fight for you.

[benedicta]

If you have a safe and comfortable life outside Ukraine, then enjoy it and be grateful because you do not know when that ends. Salute Ukrainian soldiers for their bravery. The president of Ukraine is a real life hero RESPECT

[dianecarty]

Finally an actor who turned into a GREAT President!!!

[TheSnuon]

Hats off to Zelensky. America needs this type of leadership. God bless him and the Ukrainians.

[sd]

#WeStandWithUkraine and it's heroic President and people

[gemthetics]

"Call on the Lord in the day of trouble,
and He will deliver you."
          -Psalm  50 :15

[tategate]

Ukraine is a strong nation God be with them

[sharks]

Zelensky is so incredibly admirable in how he is reacting, but what people dont know is that his tv show "Servant of the People" is excellent- i would highly reccomend watching it with English subtitles- it gives a really good insight to Ukraine in peace times

[israelaho]

Zelensky you are a hero. You model leadership to all the world hypocritical leaders. I wish you will go through this crisis.

[scottgeene]

Zelinsky is a He has my utmost respect that man is staying way strong! I don't see Putin out on a battlefield nor will we ever see Putin out on a I'm an American and I will probably say that zielinski has way more balls than any of our politicians in America! 🇺🇲go Ukraine 🇺🇦 and lasvegas NV🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲 supports!!!!

[DevilDogDen]

For his incredible leadership and standing beside his countrymen instead of hiding, I truly believe that President Zelensky should be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. Not only has he inspired his fellow Ukrainians, but he has inspired those who hold dear the true principles of democracy, and free will. God bless this amazing man, and I wish him every success.... ❤️

[dixierangaswami]

If my country allowed us we would go fight for Ukraine this is a president a true leader

[zerowarner]

I wish I had the money to send to Ukraine Or ammunition.

[mistereffyou]

We most do what ever it takes to protect this man. He's a modern day Washington. I'm contacting my embassy to join the foreign legion! Help is on the way Ukraine!

[arezooshaytoon]

Long live Captain Ukraine! He puts Iron man in his pocket! The world is rooting for you and your people!

[OriginalPuro]

One of the people, elected by the people, for the people.
I have so much admiration and respect for the way the Ukrainian people refuse to let themselves be taken over by a tyrant, even if he has 100 times their firepower.
Slava Ukraini from Norway, brothers and sister.

[jessetao]

He is a brave man! Respect from China! Defend your country’