Raisa Gorbacheva was a prominent Russian public figure and the wife of Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union. Born on January 5, 1932, in the city of Rubtsovsk, she studied sociology and became an influential advocate for social issues, particularly in education and health care. As the First Lady of the Soviet Union from 1985 to 1991, Raisa played a significant role in promoting cultural and social reforms. She was known for her elegance and intelligence, often participating in diplomatic events and representing the Soviet Union on the international stage. Raisa Gorbacheva passed away on September 20, 1999.