Commander Gennady Padalka is a Russian cosmonaut and former military pilot. He was born on June 21, 1969, in Krasnodar, Russia. Padalka is known for holding the record for the most cumulative time spent in space, totaling over 878 days across five spaceflights. His missions included work on the International Space Station and the Mir space station. Throughout his career, Padalka has been involved in various scientific experiments and international collaborations in space exploration. He has also served as the commander of several missions, showcasing his leadership skills and expertise in space operations. His contributions have significantly advanced human understanding of living and working in space.