Inna Mikhailova, the wife of Russian singer Stas Mikhailov, has announced that the couple have separated after nearly 20 years together. The unexpected declaration regarding their personal life was published on her official account on the social network Instagram.
Mikhailova disclosed the separation while answering questions from her subscribers on the platform. In her post, she confirmed that she and the pop star were no longer together, bringing an end to a relationship that began nearly two decades ago.
In addition to revealing the breakup, Mikhailova asked her followers not to comment on her former partner's external appearance or recent styling choices. She stated that she was no longer together with Mikhailov, emphasizing that she had no connection to his current image or physical look, and added that this was the truth.
Nearly two decades of family life
Stas and Inna Mikhailova had been together since late November 2006, when they first met. Over their nearly 20 years together, the couple built a large blended family. They share two daughters together, named Ivanna and Maria. In addition to their joint children, both husband and wife have two children each from their previous relationships, making a total of six children in the family.
Mikhailova made her announcement on Instagram, a photo and video sharing service operated by the American technology company Meta Platforms. In Russia, Meta has been legally designated as an extremist organization, and access to Instagram is officially restricted by state authorities.
Background and public career
Stas Mikhailov is one of Russia's most prominent pop singers and songwriters. Over a career spanning several decades, he has become famous for his romantic ballads and pop music repertoire, earning the prestigious title of People's Artist of Russia. The honorary title is awarded by the Russian state to distinguished performers who have achieved widespread national acclaim in the performing arts.
Prior to his wife's statement about their separation, Mikhailov publicly discussed his relationship with his female fanbase. The singer admitted that he did not know the exact reason why women held such affection for him, suggesting that his audience simply appreciated him for who he was.
