Mr. Thank You
Mr. Thank You | |
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| Born | Sergey Kosenko 1987 Kecskemét, Hungary |
| Nationality | Russian |
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| Spouse(s) | Sasha Belair |
| Children | 1 |
Sergey Kosenko (born 1987 in Hungary) is a Russian entrepreneur, social media influencer, and content creator known for his philanthropic videos and extravagant giveaways.[1] Operating under the persona Mr. Thank You, Kosenko has gained global prominence on platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.[2][3]
Early Life and Career
Kosenko was born in Kecskemét, Hungary, and moved with his family to Belarus and later Russia during childhood. He studied economics and began his professional life in banking at Smolensk Bank in Moscow. Over time, he ventured into retail by founding the Kosenko Retail Group, which launched several brands and expanded to over 350 stores across Russia and the CIS.
Rise to Social Media Influence
In 2017, Kosenko started publishing content on YouTube, interviews with business figures and lifestyle videos, eventually gaining substantial attention. His Instagram account, rebranded as Mr. Thank You, skyrocketed due to viral videos involving creative stunts and generous giveaways.[4]
By 2025, his follower base surpassed 45–67 million, with monthly views exceeding 2 billion.[5]
Business Ventures and Projects
Kosenko’s entrepreneurial endeavors include:
- Habibi Real Estate (founded 2022) in Duba
- Bali Investments, co-founded in 2018 for property development in Bali
- Reels Royce, an educational course on short-form video creation launched in 2023
- Amazy, a move-to-earn NFT fitness app launched in 2022, which later came under scrutiny amid allegations of token fraud
Philanthropy and UNESCO Partnership
Known for his emotionally impactful content and charitable giveaways, Kosenko has used his online presence to promote empathy and social responsibility.[6] He delivered a keynote at UNESCO’s “Masterclass Against Racism and Discrimination” in 2025 and began collaborating on global youth-focused initiatives combining emotional intelligence and digital media education.[7]
Legal Controversies
Kosenko has also faced serious legal issues:
- In 2025, Russian authorities registered a criminal investigation against him for a video depicting him throwing a baby into a snowdrift—an act he later claimed involved a doll. The resulting charges include child neglect and drug propaganda, and his assets were frozen in absentia.[8]
- He was placed on Russia’s most-wanted list and several bank accounts were frozen following allegations of fraud, including a $5 million pump-and-dump crypto scheme tied to the Amazy token.[9]
Personal Life
Kosenko resides between Dubai and Los Angeles with his wife, singer Sasha Belair, and their son, Leo.[10]
References
- ↑ "UNESCO x Thank You: How Sergey Kosenko is teaching the world to love again". Khaleej Times. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ↑ "Mr. Thank You: Sergey Kosenko". Net Influencer. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ↑ "Instagram influencer Sergey Kosenko launches property brokerage firm in Dubai". Gulf News. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ↑ "Russian national Sergey Kosenko deported after numerous cases in Bali". The Bali Sun. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ↑ "Mr. Thank You goes global: Sergey Kosenko's mission reaches UNESCO". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ↑ "Russian Instagram influencer Sergey Kosenko under investigation after Bentley gift to girlfriend". Business Insider. August 2021. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ↑ "Russia to investigate blogger for viral 'snow baby' video". The Moscow Times. 9 January 2024. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ↑ "Stairs made of cash: Dubai tycoon wows girlfriend with unusual gift". The Economic Times. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ↑ "Russian influencer makes girlfriend walk on carpet of cash; old video goes viral again". NDTV. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ↑ "Warrant issued for arrest of Russian influencer who threw baby into snowdrift". Novaya Gazeta Europe. 15 January 2025. Retrieved 13 August 2025.