| Age | 69 (age at death) |
| Birthday | 15 June, 1914 |
| Birthplace | Stavropol, Russia |
| Died | 9 February, 1984 |
| Place of Death | Moscow, Russia |
| Height | 5' 11¾" (182 cm) |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Occupation | Politician |
Yuri Vladimirovich Andropov (15 June [O.S. 2 June] 1914– 9 February 1984) was the sixth paramount leader of the Soviet Union and the fourth General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. After Leonid Brezhnev's 18-year rule, Andropov served in the post from November 1982 until his death in February 1984.
