How Olena Kravets' Relationship with the Presidential Couple Has Changed
Actress Olena Kravets, who is a close friend and the godmother of both Volodymyr and Olena Zelenskyy, has opened up about how her connection with the first family shifted after Zelenskyy took office. She admitted that they no longer meet in person, speak on the phone, or even exchange messages—she doesn't even have the first lady's contact number. The last time Kravets saw Olena Zelenskyy was during the filming of a podcast.
Kravets is the godmother of Olena Zelenskyy, and her husband, Serhiy, serves as the godfather of the Zelenskyys' daughter, Oleksandra. Despite these deep family ties, Kravets noted that after Zelenskyy entered politics, she only saw him twice before the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
“We don’t see each other anymore,” Olena Kravets said.
The actress emphasized that while Zelenskyy remains a significant figure in her life and she is grateful to him, their interactions have dwindled dramatically. “He is an important person to me. I am thankful to him for many things. But from the moment he started his political career, we met only twice before the pandemic. After that, we haven’t seen each other,” Kravets added.
Kravets also confessed that she has no way to reach Olena Zelenskyy directly. “I don’t have her phone number, and unfortunately, we don’t even talk over the phone—I miss her. That’s just how it works, but it’s about security,” she explained. Their last encounter was during the recording of the podcast 'How Are You?', hosted by Kravets' daughter, Masha. “I came just to hug her. We had a quick chat about our parents, kids, and that was it,” Kravets recalled.
She mentioned that she occasionally sends messages to Volodymyr Zelenskyy to congratulate his family or share her thoughts. “Sometimes I write to him if I want to wish Olena or the kids well, or to react to something. Sometimes he doesn’t reply. Sometimes I see he hasn’t even read it. We are on completely different planets now,” she said.
The Controversy Surrounding Olena Kravets
Recently, Kravets, a former member of the 'Kvartal 95' studio, faced a wave of backlash and criticism following a scandal involving the 'Dim' channel and the allocation of state budget funds for her show 'Quiet Evening'. She addressed the situation and shared how she managed to recover after being widely 'canceled'.
The growing distance between Kravets and the presidential couple highlights how political responsibilities can strain personal relationships. The lack of contact and meetings suggests that security concerns and new duties now dominate the lives of Volodymyr and Olena Zelenskyy. This dynamic underscores the challenges faced by those with close ties to high-profile public figures, especially in a political context. If such trends continue, it could further reshape their bond in the future.
In light of Olena Kravets' reflections on her evolving relationship with the Zelenskyy family, it’s interesting to note her recent thoughts on personal resilience. The actress has expressed that the prospect of divorce does not intimidate her, shedding light on her perspective on relationships and personal growth. To explore her insights on this topic, check out how she addresses her views on separation here.