Sergej Trifunović is a versatile Serbian actor, comedian, singer, politician and citizen activist. He is widely recognized for his acting in films such as A Serbian film (2010) et Next (2007), as well as various television series.
In 2014, he established a charity fund Podrži život (Life Support), which supports children in difficult circumstances with serious illnesses to receive necessary treatment. Trifunović also served as president of the Free Citizens’ Movement from 2019 to 2020.
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- Full name: Sergej Trifunovic
- Stage name: Sergej Trifunovic
- Date of birth: September 2, 1972
- Age: 52 years old
- Place of birth: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Nationality: Serbian
- Profession: Serbian actor, comedian, singer, politician and citizen activist
- Height: 1.84 m
- Parents: Tomislav Trifunović and Slobodanka Trifunović
- Siblings: Branislav Trifunović
- Spouse: Isidora Trifunović (d. 2024)
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: 17 million USD
Early life and education
Sergej Trifunović was born on September 2, 1972 in Mostar, SR Bosnia and Herzegovina, then part of SFR Yugoslavia. He is the son of Tomislav, an actor, and Slobodanka, a lawyer. His younger brother, Branislav Trifunović, is also a famous actor.
Trifunović studied at the Faculty of Dramatic Arts at the University of Arts in Belgrade, entering in 1990 and graduating in 1994. He is ethnically Serbian, although his religious beliefs are unknown.
Career
Sergej Trifunović is a famous Serbian actor, musician and activist whose career spans over three decades. He is best known for his roles in films such as A Serbian film (2010), Next (2007), and War, Inc. (2008), as well as international projects such as Whistleblower (2011) et crow (2012). On television, he has appeared in series such as Sleeping cells And Na terapijidemonstrating his versatility across many different genres.
In addition to acting, Trifunović is also an accomplished musician. He started the band Republic of Užičkaperforming covers of popular songs and expressing his passion for music, which he says predates his acting career. His creative talent has cemented his status as a multifaceted entertainer.
Trifunović was a vocal critic of dictatorships, participating in protests against Slobodan Milošević and Aleksandar Vučić. In the 2017 presidential election, he endorsed opposition candidate Saša Janković. Since 2018, he and his charity, Podrži živothas faced smear campaigns by pro-government media, highlighting his controversial relationship with Serbian political authorities.
In 2020, Trifunović faced backlash after a video of him singing a Chetnik song with Srbijanka Turajlić appeared online, leading to criticism from liberal circles. Later that year, he was attacked during an anti-government protest, suffering injuries. Despite these challenges, he remains a prominent political and cultural figure in Serbia.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @sergejtrifunovic
Personal life
Sergej Trifunović is married to Isidora Mijanović, who is 23 years younger than him. The couple married in May 2024. However, their relationship has recently experienced significant trouble. Trifunović filed domestic violence charges against Mijanović after a heated altercation.
Cinema
Movie:
- A Serbian film (2010)
- On the milk road (2016)
- Montevideo, God bless you! (2010)
- Whistleblower (2010)
- Lover (2011)
- War, Inc. (2008)
- Next (2007)
- Intentional murder (1992)
- We are not angels (1992)
- Strawberries in the supermarket (1989)
TV series:
- Na terapiji (2012-2013)
- Ujka Toma (2022-2023)
- You know (2022)
- Tunnel (2023)
- God is with us (2024)
- Tajne vinove lozenges (2024)
- scammer (2024)
Net worth
Sergej Trifunović has an estimated net worth of $17 million, accumulated through his diverse career as an actor, comedian, singer, and politician.
In addition to his work in entertainment and politics, he also contributed to many charitable causes, further cementing his influence and legacy.
