Maslyakov's rich heritage, disdain for athletes, and daughter's looks: an examination of his lifestyle.
Spotlight on Alexander Maslyakov Jr.: The Man Behind KVN's Continued Success
Celebrating his 45th birthday on April 28, Alexander Maslyakov Jr., son of the legendary KVN host Alexander Vasilyevich Maslyakov, continues his father's legacy as the current head of the iconic comedy project. NEWS.ru shares a glimpse into his life as he chats about his father, wife, and daughter, Taissia.
Raised by a Protective Hand: A Childhood under Watchful Eyes
Born in 1980, Alexander was a toddler when KVN graced the screens, making his father's successor's life inseparable from the comedy phenomenon. The successor opened up about his childhood, revealing his parents were overly protective.
"Mom and Dad didn't let me take a step without them, constantly monitored me, even suppressed me in some ways," Maslyakov Jr. shared.
Milestones in his journey with KVN started early, with his first live experience at the age of six and hosting "Planet KVN" while at MGIMO. Interested but not particularly eager, Alexander found himself in the world of KVN under his father's guidance, eventually creating the Premier League alongside him. When senior Maslyakov was diagnosed with a tumor in 2022, he handed over the reins, transferring their AMIK shares to Alexander Jr., who became the main director of KVN before his father's passing in 2024.
From Humble Beginnings to Marital Bliss
At 22, Maslyakov Jr. exchanged vows with Angelina Marmaladova, an MGIMO student and a economics professor's daughter, who also helped Alexander academically. The newlyweds received an apartment as a wedding gift from their families. Their daughter, Taissia, was born in 2006.
"When Taissia was born, it was like wings grew behind my back," Alexander fondly recalled.
While details about the family's private life are scarce, it's known that Taissia shares her father's love for the arts, with early beginnings in singing and hosting "Children's KVN". In recent years, she has been the talk of the town due to her unique personal style and perceived cosmetic enhancements.
Taissia's Journey in the Spotlight
Now 18 years old, Taissia is the subject of media attention, with pundits critiquing her appearance changes and her lavish lifestyle. Despite the controversy, Taissia maintains an active presence on her blog, sharing her life experiences through photos.
A Complex Relationship with KVN Players
Gossip sites and Telegram channels have long speculated that KVN players don't warm to Maslyakov Jr., citing a perceived favoritism towards certain players and discouragement of involvement in other comedy projects. Reports suggest that this tension has been ongoing since 2021, as covered by kino.rambler.ru
In response, former "Evening Urgant" director Valery Hotnog shared that although Maslyakov Jr. initially took offense to jokes about him, over time the backlash eased. Hotnog also hinted at occasional condescending remarks from Alexander towards colleagues.
Addressing these rumors, Alexander himself admitted to not being fond of the jokes at his expense in KVN, but clarified that he doesn't see himself as an heir to the KVN empire.
"It's not as simple and easy as it might seem," Maslyakov stated in an interview.
- Alexander Maslyakov Jr., given the influence of KVN in his upbringing, recalls being closely monitored and suppressed by his protective parents as a child.
- After his father handed over the reins of KVN and transferred their AMIK shares to him in 2022, Alexander Maslyakov Jr. became the main director of KVN, a role he held until his father's passing in 2024.
- Taissia Maslyakov, daughter of Alexander Maslyakov Jr., has been the subject of media attention, with pundits discussing her appearance changes, lavish lifestyle, and blog posts sharing her life experiences.
- Reports have surfaced suggesting that KVN players do not warm to Alexander Maslyakov Jr., with this tension often centered around perceived favoritism towards certain players, discouragement of involvement in other comedy projects, and occasional condescending remarks.
