Is it possible for someone to be both a classical pianist and a pop songwriter? Oksana Petrovna Grigorieva defies categorization, seamlessly blending her classical training with a knack for crafting compelling contemporary music. This Russian-born artist has captivated audiences worldwide with her multifaceted talent and intriguing personal life, making her a figure of both artistic admiration and public fascination.Born Oksana Petrovna Chernukha on February 23, 1970, in Saransk, Mordovian ASSR, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union (now Russia), Grigorieva's journey has been anything but conventional. Her early life was spent in both Ukraine and Russia, providing a diverse cultural backdrop for her burgeoning musical talents. The seeds of her passion were sown early, with her parents, Lyudmila Grigorieva and Petr Chernukha, both music professors, nurturing her innate abilities. Her grandparents, decorated WWII veterans, instilled in her a sense of resilience and dedication that would later define her artistic pursuits. This foundation led her to rigorous training in piano and composition, setting the stage for her future accomplishments. She pursued formal musical education in Moscow and furthered her studies at the Kazan Conservatory before making a pivotal move to London.

Category	Information
Full Name	Oksana Petrovna Grigorieva (born Oksana Petrovna Chernuha)
Date of Birth	February 23, 1970
Place of Birth	Saransk, Mordovia, USSR (now Russia)
Nationality	Russian
Education	Moscow Music School, Kazan Conservatory, Royal Academy of Music (London)
Occupation	Pianist, Singer, Songwriter
Years Active	2006 Present
Known For	"Un Da Llegar", musical compositions, former relationship with Mel Gibson
Parents	Lyudmila Grigorieva and Petr Chernuha (music professors)
Marital Status	Divorced (Igor Baranov, Nicholas Rowland)
Children	Alexander Dalton, Lucia Gibson
Associated Acts	Mel Gibson (former partner), David Foster (discovered her)
Alimony Received	Originally awarded $15 million in settlement with Mel Gibson (amount later reduced)
Reference Link	Oksana Grigorieva IMDB