Ksenia was born on August 26, 1987, in the northern city of Nizhnevartovsk. Her parents both worked in the oil and gas industry. Growing up, Ksenia was very active and participated in many activities, including ballet, ballroom dancing, and gymnastics. Her parents encouraged her to be independent and goal-oriented. She took her hobbies seriously and even earned a competitive rank in biathlon. Despite her talents in sports and dance, she prioritized a “serious” education and eventually earned a degree in cybernetic information systems from Tyumen State Oil and Gas University. Later, she also studied at the Academy of Media Industry.

Even as a young girl, Ksenia’s striking looks and long blonde hair stood out. Her athletic lifestyle helped her maintain a fit figure, standing 178 cm tall and weighing around 50 kg. She has always been mindful of her health, choosing vegetables and fitness bars over fast food. Although she was hesitant to start a modeling career while studying, her mother encouraged her to try. She began at a local fashion theater and soon placed second in the “Miss Neftegaz” contest, followed by winning Miss Image 2005 and Miss Tyumen.

Her big break happened unexpectedly in a subway station when she was spotted by Alexey Vasilyev, the same scout who discovered Natalia Vodianova. He offered her a chance to compete in Miss Russia. After signing with the Point model agency, Ksenia worked at Milan Fashion Week. She was soon invited to Paris, but she chose to stay in Russia to compete for the national crown to fulfill her mother’s dream. She won Miss Russia 2007, which led her to the global stage.

Preparing for the world stage required intense dedication. Ksenia spent a year training in the gym, practicing her English, and preparing for the talent segment, often waking up at 5:00 AM. Her hard work paid off when she was crowned Miss World 2008. She was only the second Russian woman to ever win this title. Ksenia later shared that she felt confident about her victory, noting that even her final dress was designed to perfectly match the Miss World crown.

After her reign, Ksenia continued to work closely with beauty pageants as a judge and host. She also launched a professional modeling career, becoming a face for Valentin Yudashkin‘s jewelry and denim lines. She later signed a major contract with L’Oreal Professionnel. Beyond fashion, Ksenia is deeply involved in charity work, supporting foundations that help people with special needs. In 2017, she expanded her public role by joining an environmental working group and becoming a Goodwill Ambassador.

Ksenia’s personal life has often been in the spotlight. In 2008, she began a long-term relationship with businessman Sergey Govyadin. Though they were together for seven years, they never married. After their split, she remained private about her dating life, despite rumors linking her to singer Dima Bilan, whom she clarified was just a friend.

In August 2022, Ksenia surprised fans by announcing the birth of her first son, Artem. While she kept the pregnancy quiet, reports identified the father as businessman Yuri Shefler. Ksenia confirmed her son’s middle name is Yurievich. She quickly returned to her modeling form and continued to appear at high-profile events. In 2025, she revealed she was expecting again during a trip to Cannes. After hosting a gender reveal party, she welcomed her second son, Aron, on August 1, 2025. Currently, Ksenia is focusing on her life as a mother while occasionally sharing updates with her loyal supporters.

Who Is Lena Perminova?

Born in 1986, Lena left home at just 16 years old, a moment that marked the beginning of a difficult chapter. Influenced by an older partner, she became involved in selling illegal substances and eventually landed in prison — a story she later shared openly in interviews.

“My family didn’t have much money; we were just a regular family. I was too young and completely lost when everything happened.”

She was sentenced to six years and even received threats after exposing a key figure in the criminal network. Desperate to save her, Lena’s father reached out to Alexander Lebedev, a billionaire and former KGB agent. Moved by the letter, Lebedev hired top lawyers and helped secure her release.

He later clarified that their romantic relationship didn’t begin during this time but much later. Lena eventually settled down with him, and in 2011, they married. Together, they welcomed four children — Nikita, Yegor, Arina, and Alexander.

Life, Career, and Transformation

Lebedev played a major role in helping Lena rebuild her life. With his support, she started modeling, beginning with a Playboy photoshoot before walking for high-end fashion brands and partnering with major luxury houses.

Eventually, Lena shifted her focus to social media, where she now has an impressive 2.7 million followers. Her style, personality, and openness quickly turned her into one of Russia’s most recognizable influencers.

Why Did They Separate?

After more than ten years together, Lena announced in December 2024 that she and Lebedev had ended their marriage. She didn’t share specific reasons, choosing to keep the details private.

“I don’t want to say too much. Even the most beautiful stories eventually end. We are divorcing. We have four amazing children, and he is a wonderful father. Warmth and gratitude remain, but we must go our separate ways.”

Following the split, Lena moved into a new luxury home in Moscow with her children. She has shared only small glimpses of her new life:

“We’re settling in slowly. There’s still so much to do — but I actually enjoy all of it.”

New Love? Rumors Begin…

Recently, gossip has been circulating online that Lena may be dating 20-year-old model Taras Romanov. The rumors gained traction on social media, but Lena hasn’t confirmed anything — she’s been quietly focusing on her children, career, and new beginning.