A Fresh Take on Ilya Averbukh's Controversial Remarks
Averbuch speaks out following controversy over remark about 15-year-old Arzamasova's case.
Check out this candid video post from figure skater Ilya Averbukh, who feels compelled to clarify his comments about his wife, actress Lisa Arzamasova. During an interview with Ksenia Sobchak, Ilya addressed a question about knowing his spouse since childhood, a sensitive topic considering their 21-year age difference (with Lisa being 30 and Ilya 51). As a budding 15-year-old star at the time they met, fans wouldn't be surprised to hear Ilya's initial response labeling Lisa as a "woman."
However, the wording raised eyebrows online, with many observers drawing sexual connotations. In the video message, Ilya strives to explain, not only appealing to social media users but also to those close to him.
"Let me be honest, I wasn't aware of how problematic even a single sentence can be without clear borders and responsibility. I said something reckless and now I want to clarify," Ilya confessed.
He emphasized that he never intended to imply any sexual undertones. Instead, he wanted to highlight how Lisa's professional achievements and personal qualities made her stand out, long before they started their relationship.
"I probably should've said that at 15, Lisa was already a fascinating, independent, and beautiful individual. She was driven, ambitious, and goal-oriented. That's what I meant," Ilya explained.
He continued, "By 'woman' at 15, I was referring to a performer, someone who could convey emotions on the ice. I didn't use 'woman' in a vulgar sense but as a participant in the show who didn't need much guidance."
Ilya acknowledged that his phrasing was careless and has learned an important lesson from the incident. He also underscored that their relationship began years after Lisa's time on television, when they were both adults and independent individuals. He also thanked everyone who brought his unfortunate choice of words to his attention.
"Lisa and I have a wonderful family, and we'll soon celebrate five years of living together. I love and respect my wife deeply and always stand by her side. I hope everyone can hear my explanation and understand that I didn't mean to hurt anyone," Ilya declared.
He also praised Lisa for her unwavering support and expressed appreciation to those who helped put things in perspective. Fans and followers can likely expect updates from Ilya as he navigates the fallout from his unfortunate choice of words.
In other news, critics have questioned Ilya Averbukh's statement about his relationship with Lisa Arzamasova, with actress Koshennikova adding her perspective. Stay tuned for more updates as new information becomes available.
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- Ilya Averbukh's video message addressed concerns about his choice of words in an interview, particularly when he referred to his wife, Lisa Arzamasova, as a "woman."
- In the video, Ilya clarified that he never intended to imply any sexual connotations, but rather wanted to highlight Lisa's professional and personal qualities that stood out to him.
- The controversy has sparked discussions about family-dynamics, relationships, and the role of celebrities in influencing public opinion, especially in cases where sensitive matters such as age-differences are involved.
