I was born in Nizhny Novgorod to a very poor family and unfortunately my father and mother separated when I was very little.

I don't want to have strong arms, like you get from Pilates or yoga. But dancing arms become your best accessory. And it's great for your core muscles.

My appearance gave me access to a particular kind of world and I'm really grateful for it.

When you become a mother, you think less about yourself and care more about the world.

When I work as a model, it feels like holiday. Doing a shoot is so light in a way that it's really a good break from being a mother or running a charitable organization and other philanthropic projects that I'm really passionate about.

The secret to applying my makeup is that I just put it where it's needed.

After pregnancy, the important thing is rebuilding your back muscles.