The "special" daughter of Irina Khakamada is preparing for the wedding. Irina Khakamada's daughter fell in love with a bench press champion - And which of these two roles is closer to you

The heroes of the new issue of the program "Male and Female" are "sunny people". In the studio of the program, they told motivating stories of people with Down syndrome who achieve significant success and live a full life. Among those who decided to have a frank conversation with the hosts Yulia Baranovskaya and Alexander Gordon were the daughter of Irina Khakamada Maria Sirotinskaya and her chosen one, athlete Vlad Sitdikov.

TV presenter Evelina Bledans also appeared in the transfer studio. The celebrity is raising her son Semyon, who was diagnosed with Down syndrome. In her microblog, the woman announced the upcoming release of the program and announced that Sirotinskaya and Sitdikov were going to change their marital status.

“I beg you to watch “Male and Female” today at 4 pm on Channel One! An important topic is the socialization and achievements of people with Down syndrome. About our Olympic champions, about the village "Svetlana" near St. Petersburg, where people with disabilities live, and which, of course, needs help. The score will be posted on the screen. And also about the upcoming wedding of Irina Khakamada's daughter Masha Sirotinskaya and a guy with Down syndrome Vlad Sitdikov. And thanks to Channel One for raising such topics,” Bledans wrote on Friday morning.

On the air of the program, which the residents of the Far East have already seen, Vlad and Maria told their love story and shared their plans for the future. Sitdikov and Sirotinskaya do not hide the fact that they are very serious. “She is very cheerful, I like how she laughs out loud,” Vlad said about the chosen one. In turn, Maria considers her boyfriend very kind and sympathetic. “My favorite person,” she said. Young people have already introduced each other to relatives who approved of their choice.

“My parents are happy because I found the one I wanted to find,” says Sitdikov.

When asked by Alexander Gordon about when the wedding will take place, the girl decided not to answer. Maria hesitated and was embarrassed, giving the floor to her chosen one. “Not soon yet,” Vlad noted and turned to the host. Apparently, the athlete is really thinking about proposing to his soulmate. Sirotinskaya also does not exclude that she can change her marital status. Maria is set for a long time life together with a loved man.

“I have plans to make a good family, marry my beloved and always be with him and have my own children. I want to open my own company, I will also earn money, provide for my family and even my husband, ”said Maria.

Vlad supported his girlfriend. “And, of course, so that we live in perfect harmony, right? And they never quarreled,” he said. However, Sitdikov and Sirotinskaya prefer not to rush things.

Who not only succeeded themselves, but also inspire others every day. Here they are - successful, healthy, popular and happy "sunny people"!

Daughter of Irina Khakamada, Masha - creative person. She sings, dances, draws well and writes poetry. In addition, the girl manages to play in the theater. She is involved in the first performance with the participation of people with Down syndrome "I am dancing". Maria meets with Vlad. Young people share positive photos in their social networks.

And the guys also starred in an excellent social video that dispels myths about people with Down syndrome.

Facebook: Maria Sirotinskaya

Vlad Sitdikov

Facebook: Vlad Sportjournalist

Vlad, Masha's young man, well known to athletes. He bench press world champion. Dreaming of participating in Paralympics in Tokyo, which will be held in 2020. The guy is fond of dancing, and in free time writes poems. Vlad, like Masha, loves the stage and plays in the theater "Open Art". He gladly shares his achievements and impressions on his Facebook page.

Ronald Jenkins

Ronald showed interest in music from the age of 6. It all started with simple melodies on the synthesizer, then there was a school band Marching band, and after - recognition and success. In 2003, taking a pseudonym Big Cheez, Ronald posted the first songs and videos online. Now on it YouTube channel (ronaldjenkees) almost 400 thousand subscribers, for whom Ronald Jenkins is a genius.

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Tim is a successful restaurateur. He owns a popular restaurant Tim's Place located in Albuquerque. The institution is distinguished not only by special hospitality and delicious cuisine, but also by an individual approach to each guest. Literally. Since the opening of the restaurant in 2010 Tim has hugged over 22,000 people.

We invite you to look video of how Tim spends his day. It is guaranteed to charge you with positive energy for the whole day!

Timsplace restaurant website

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This young gymnast, despite the peculiarities of her development, became the champion of the Olympics. At the age of 4, her parents sent Chelsea to gymnastics to improve her coordination and physical condition. What was their surprise when Chelsea not only managed to walk straight on the balance beam, but also competed in international competitions. Despite the fact that the coach did not have special hopes for the girl, Chelsea became a 4-time US champion in gymnastics among people with disabilities mental development and 2-time world champion.

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Sema was born in the family of an actress and TV presenter. Evelina Bledans and her husband, producer Alexandra Semina. Now Semyon is a real star of the Internet. He has his own Instagram page, where his father shares Sema's successes. Sema accepts Active participation in the life of his parents, he can often be seen at various social events, where the boy is happy to meet the guests. At the age of six months, Semyon received his first advertising contract with a baby diaper company, and now he often takes part in various filming.

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Another amazing baby with Down Syndrome who won the love of thousands of people around the world. Mika's mom is famous model Amanda Booth. It is not surprising that a boy from infancy is photographed and posed with great pleasure. Photos can be seen on Mika's Instagram profile, which is already subscribed to. 54 thousand people.

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Sofia was born in Ukraine. At the age of 16 months, the girl was adopted American Sanchez family, who, at that time, already had three sons, one of whom also had Down syndrome. Sophia's mom, Jennifer, shares photos of the sunny girl on her Instagram page, showing how she grows, develops and explores the world.

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Madeline is from Australia. Now she is the most popular model with Down syndrome in the world. The girl has already signed two advertising contracts: she will advertise sportswear Manifesta and bags everMaya. To achieve her goal and become a model, the girl lost 20 kg. However, even before career takeoff Maelin, she was followed by thousands of fans on social media.

Vlad Sitdikov: athlete, actor and surprisingly positive sunny guy

- How did you choose this particular sport?
Well, I didn't pick it myself. He was chosen by my coach Vladimir Shchegolkov, a multiple world champion in bench press.
- Did you start winning medals right away?
- Not immediately, but I went to him for a long time. I have been training hard and hard so...
- How many awards do you already have?
- Nine.
- Nine?
- Yes, nine.
- Which one is the most valuable?
- For me, the most valuable is the first one. My most valuable reward is the first one. And the fact that I got another CCM.
- Well, tell me - what was the first award for and what is it?
- It was the competition "Vityaz" for the prizes of Sergei Batyuk. I then raised seventy-five ...
- Mom: No, no, no. Not seventy five. Seventy-five were other competitions.
- Dad: Sixty-five.
- Mom: He then raised sixty-five. The first time - sixty-five.
- Vlad: I'm just confused.

Here, I will stop to clarify one point. This excerpt from the interview, like all the other words of Vlad Sitdikov, we give as it is - without combing, without embellishing, without correcting. I want you to hear like me as he says. As the guy with Down Syndrome says. For you to stop on this offer. Have returned. Re-read. So that you, like me during an hour-long Skype interview with bench press champion Vlad Sitdikov, realize this. Anyone who, according to stereotypes, should not be able to do anything at all because of an extra chromosome - conducts a dialogue, clarifies, argues. And he is the champion of Russia. Competes with ordinary people. Because the most important thing in it is not a syndrome, but the fact that Vlad Sitdikov is a personality. And you should get to know him better.

It is now Vladislav Sitdikov, known online as Vlad Sportjournalist, lives in Moscow, participates in theater studio productions, recites poetry and wins bench press competitions ( Vlad's Instagram account). And it all started eight days away from the capital - in the Far Eastern village of Luchegorsk, famous for coal mining and the 330-meter pipe of the Primorskaya State District Power Plant. And, of course, the endless taiga for tens of kilometers. Which only proves that the point is not at all where the sunny child was born, but how his parents will deal with him.

They worked with Vlad Sitdikov 24 hours a day, and at the age of two the boy spoke. A year later, having got a consultation with a Moscow psychologist, Vlad's mother was convinced of one thing - she and her son are doing the right thing. The psychologist suggested the main thing: about the phase of active attention. On this, the Sitdikovs built all further training (for details, see the material “How to deal with special children”). After two weeks of training in the technique of 15 minutes, Vlad learned the entire alphabet and could show any letter without errors.

Then there was no internet. I did not communicate with anyone and did not know the parents of special children, i.e. we were on our own. But you know, I think it was for the best, - recalls life on Far East mother of Vlad Marina Sitdikova. - Because Vladik was clearly among healthy children. We did everything so that his children in the yard would accept him. And after moving to Vladivostok, too. For these purposes, I met all the parents in the yard and introduced Vlad. They made sure that Vladik was not aggressive, benevolent. I met all the children. And they played with Vlad - the parents allowed. They came directly to our house in a group of 5-6 people.
- Vlad: Seven. Even eight.
- Mom: Yes, they played different games.
- Vlad: In the desktop.
- Mom: Then, when Vladik grew up, they even came to let him go out into the street. I said: “I don’t have time to go out with him now.” And they said, "We'll look after him ourselves."
- Vlad: It was cool there ...
- Mom: This is the inability of the parents themselves to improve relations in the society where they are, the inability to agree. Because we did not collide anywhere ... I say: “Yes, he is just the way he is. But he has these positive traits- you will get to know and make sure.

And it has always worked. Vlad has been the soul of the company since childhood. Always surrounded by friends. Now he has 4385 fans on his Facebook page. Although I do not have time to pronounce this word, Vlad corrects me.

Just to be honest, these are not fans, but just friends. Just friends, not fans.
- But why? Fans are those who love you, who like you.
- Those who chant on the streets are fans, but I just have friends on Facebook, in social networks. And that's it.
What helps you make friends?
- Well, firstly, I am an open and sociable person, and this is the main thing that helps me make such friends.
- Do you get close to people very quickly?
- Vlad: Well, yes. Fast.
- Mom: It really is. You know, even we were at the White Cane concert by Diana Gurskaya. And our guys, I mean, he and his friends were sitting in the same row, and just some people were sitting in front. And he behaved so emotionally there that they began to turn around. And I sat far enough away from him. Then I look - they are already taking selfies with him. Then they left a little earlier - they did not sit through the end of the concert. - They already said goodbye to him - hugged.
- Vlad: Yes.
- Mom: I don't know how he does it.

Photo: personal archive of Vlad Sitdikov

- What is your favorite poet?
- Can I think a little?
- Certainly.
- ... I have a favorite poet - this is Tvardovsky. He has such poems about Terkin! And another verse that I ... This is Hera Storm "On the shore, the Jews take off their shoes." This is the most powerful verse, so poignant. I cried so much, I could not read for a long time. But I got through it.
What kind of poem to learn Vlad offers either his mother or a script teacher. And once a Facebook reader Svetlana Beloborodova asked Vlad to learn Yesenin. The guy promised and delivered. (read about the method of memorizing Vlad Sitdikov’s poems in the material “How to deal with special children”).

In fact, rhyme, like sports, is an integral part of Vlad's life. It all started with the fact that the parents were just trying to find a way to get their son to eat at least a spoonful of porridge.

He opened his mouth only when songs were sung to him at that moment. When I was still a baby at all, - says Marina Sitdikova. - Absolutely everyone sang: no matter who fed him, they sang. Because he didn't open his mouth. Any songs were sung: Russian folk, thieves, round dances, - any. We still have this notebook from that time. She, you know, in such greasy spots, because you blurt out something with porridge or something else - she was lying on the table.
- And dad sang?
- Vlad: Both mom and dad.
- Mom: And dad sang. Everyone sang. At the same time, it doesn’t matter that our hearing is not particularly
- Vlad: Yeah.
- Mom (laughs): But it was not important. There the motive could not be respected. The main thing is that they sing, and Vladik then willingly opened his mouth
- Vlad: To eat.
- Mom: Just finished singing, Vlad immediately closed his mouth.
- Vlad: Yeah.
- Mom: Therefore, when he began to speak, he already knew all this by heart. And, you know, we read so much! Now I’m looking - in the subway, parents roll up in a stroller ... They put this gadget in their hands and go ahead, and then complain that the child does not want to watch a book. Of course, he will not look at the book: there are different colors, and everything is different, and it moves. So how can you give such things?!

Photo: personal archive of Vlad Sitdikov

The Sitdikovs read to their son all the time: at night, in the morning, at lunchtime. Soon Vlad memorized even prose and could continue any story after his mother. Now he himself chooses what works to read. For the past New Year asked his parents to give him, believe it or not, Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet! I re-read it several times over the course of the year. Yes, I have read it. Vlad watched all the adaptations of the famous work!

- What do you want for this birthday?
- Of course, I would like more new books like Carmen, Cinderella, Columbine.
- Mom: What book are you really asking me to buy?
- Vlad: The Harry Potter book Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Well, it's a difficult book.
- Mom: So he read Harry Potter many times
- Vlad: All seven books!
- Mom: What is your favorite book?
- Vlad: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
- Mom: And more? Which one do you read in the morning?
- Vlad: Eragon.
- Mom: And who is the author of "Eragon"?
- Vlad: Christopher Paolini. A "Harry Potter" - JK Rowling
- These are serious books.
- Vlad: Of course! Magical everything. I'm going to see a new movie soon... It's called Harry Potter and the Magical Beasts.

Photo: facebook.com/interaction.charityproject2016

Throughout the interview, I never cease to be surprised by this versatile young man. Theater, participation in charity bike marathons, recitation, photography, sports. Plus, Vlad always helps his mother carry bags from the store and never shirks cleaning. But if this is not enough, then know that Vlad Sportjournalist has resumed studying English since the summer!

Of course, he forgot many words, but he easily remembers them, with little effort. I didn't learn how to read or write. And he didn’t forget the names of the letters and many remember diphthongs. Therefore, I myself sometimes wonder at this, to be honest.

How, well, how does he manage to do all this?! Vlad laughs. The guy who easily presses 83.5 kg from the chest and loves Tvardovsky lives on an equal footing with everyone. With each of his actions, he refutes numerous stereotypes about people with Down syndrome. His penultimate award is the title of candidate master of sports in the competition for the Ivan Poddubny Cup in Moscow.

My goal - my biggest goal - is to get a master of sports.
- So, what is needed for this?
- You need to practice long and hard.
- I understand that, but what is the standard - how much should be raised?
- Ninety-five must be raised.
- Sports and theater - how compatible are they?
- Well, look, in the theater I have both dancing and acting skills, and the bench press is a sport. Strength muscle groups.
- They do not interfere with each other?
- No, I'm just glad to do this business: both fitness and theater.
- What do you like more?
- I love everything.
What are your dreams and goals for the coming year?
- My dream, of course, is to go to the Paralympics in Tokyo. I think there are chances.

CONGRATULATIONS FROM THE NEST EDITOR

This week is Vlad Sitdikov's birthday.

The entire editorial board joins the numerous congratulations of his friends and wish this kind, sincere and talented guy to move only forward. What you can do today is a real encouragement for many parents of sunny children. Your example inspires me not to give up, not to give up. Believe that everything is possible.

Yes, today athletes with Down syndrome cannot take part in the Paralympics. But there is still time until 2020, and maybe in Tokyo we will see you, Vlad Sitdikov, an actor, an athlete and just good son your parents. Most importantly, be as open and stay on top!

Happy birthday to you, Vlad!

Today, Channel One aired the program “Male/Female”, dedicated to the socialization and achievements of people with Down syndrome.

The host of the program, Evelina Bledans, urged her Instagram followers to definitely watch the program “About our Olympic champions, about the village of Svetlana near St. Petersburg, where people with special needs live, and which, of course, needs help (the bill will be posted on the screen), about the upcoming wedding of the daughter of Irina Khakamada, Masha Sirotinskaya and a guy with Down syndrome Vlad Sitdikov. (The spelling and punctuation of the author are preserved. - Approx. ed.).

A post shared by Evelina Bledans(@bledans) on Aug 17, 2017 at 9:13pm PDT

Participants of the program "Male / Female"

20-year-old Maria Sirotinskaya has been dating Vlad Sitdikov for several years. In July, young people vacationed together in Greece, from where Maria sent romantic photos from the sea coast to her mother.

On the air of the program “Male / Female”, Maria and Vlad told the viewers the story of their relationship and spoke about the depth of their feelings. The lovers treat each other with care and do not hide that they are serious.

The daughter of Irina Khakamada calls Vlad very responsive and kind: “My beloved person,” Maria summed up. Sitdikov, in turn, did not skimp on compliments to his chosen one: “She is very cheerful, I like how she laughs out loud.”

During the program, Alexander Gordon asked when the wedding would be. Maria, embarrassed, gave the floor to her beloved. In turn, Vlad limited himself to a short one: “Not soon yet,” but immediately turned to the TV presenter with a request:

“Alexander, you are a highly respected person, experienced. I want you to become my matchmaker, because you know Masha's mother well.

Alexander Gordon did not remain silent and made it clear that he fully approved of Sirotinskaya's choice: “I promise you that since I know Ira, I will definitely talk to her. I’ll tell you what impression you made on me, how happy Masha is next to you. I think it will grow."

Maria Sirotinskaya told viewers that she dreams of creating a good family, marrying her loved one and having children. But her plans are not limited to this:

“I want to open my own company, I will also earn money, provide for my family and even my husband,” Maria added.

Vlad Sitdikov supported the chosen one: “And, of course, so that we live in perfect harmony, right? And they never fought."

Our article will talk about unusual girl whose story today inspires many people and gives hope for the best. Her mother - Russian politician and vice-chairman State Duma RF Irina Khakamada. Maria Sirotinskaya was born with Down syndrome, but her family loves her for who she is. The support of her relatives helped her gain confidence in herself, find many favorite hobbies, gave hope for happiness in the future.

The fruit of great love

Talking about your unusual child, Irina skillfully controls emotions. She does not betray any excitement, she speaks of her daughter with love and tenderness.

The girl's father is Khakamada's fourth husband, Vladimir Sirotinsky, who is in the business of financial consulting. According to the politician, Maria was a hard-won and very desirable child.

Irina Mutsuovna already had a son, Daniel, had a bad experience family life when she met her future husband. Next to him, she regained female happiness, felt loved and desired. Irina dreamed of giving her beloved man a child, and Vladimir himself believed that a common child should be born in their small family.

The couple were afraid of the risks, because Irina was over forty when she found out about the long-awaited pregnancy. The fears were confirmed. Immediately after birth (in 1997), the girl was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Misfortune never comes alone

As Irina Khakamada told the press, Maria grew up as a healthy child. But in 2003, she was diagnosed with a terrible disease - leukemia. Fortunately, the disease was diagnosed on early stage, and therefore the chances of success were great.

Masha was treated in Russia. Talking about this difficult period, Irina Mutsuovna speaks with great gratitude about the doctors who did everything possible for her baby. IN Hard time family and friends were very helpful.

The disease has receded. Although Masha has to undergo regular examinations, nothing threatens her health.

special girl

Maria Sirotinskaya, daughter of Khakamada, like other people with the same diagnosis, loves creativity and does not know how to be offended. According to her mother, Masha is very kind and never sad for a long time. She doesn't really like exact sciences, but she loves everything related to dance, theater and art.

The girl was not only able to get a secondary education. She went to college to be a ceramist.

Talking about her daughter, Irina says that she taught everyone around her a lot. Maria treats people sincerely and loves them only because she has them. Her disinterestedness and frankness are disarming, in her big heart there is a good ray for everyone.

The right to be happy

At the age of 18, Masha met Vlad Sitdikov, with whom they not only quickly found mutual language but also fell in love with each other. Today it is known that the daughter of Irina Khakamada Maria received a marriage proposal from her lover, and the couple is planning a wedding.

The announcement of the decision to marry was made in live the program "Let them talk", where the couple was invited for filming. Vlad and Masha talked about the lives of people with Down syndrome, shared their dreams, boasted about their achievements. When they announced their intention, it came as a surprise to many.

Everyone has the right to happiness. Khakamada's daughter Maria decided to marry unexpectedly for her family, but her relatives supported her desire.

Irina says that people with Down syndrome do not like to draw a line between the real world and the world of dreams, so sometimes it can be difficult to understand when they are serious and when they are joking. But, apparently, Masha and Vlad are firm in their decision.

The future son-in-law of the famous mother-in-law

Who is he, the chosen one of Mary? Vlad is a couple of years older than his beloved, he has the same diagnosis as hers. He is sociable, active and a kind person. The guy loves sports, and he has already managed to achieve considerable success: Vlad Sitdikov is the world champion in bench press in his weight category. In addition, the young man is fond of sports journalism.

About myself and about the "children of the Sun"

Since Irina Khakamada began posting photos of Maria on the web, public interest in the girl has only been growing. Masha is not afraid of attention, she is calm in front of the cameras, behaves confidently and sincerely when she gives an interview.

The support of relatives and her lover helps the girl to believe in herself. Like most "sunny children", Maria had to deal with misunderstanding, but today she has learned to laugh at old stereotypes.

At the beginning of 2017, Maria and Vlad took part in the Love Syndrome Foundation project. They starred in a video about special people, in which they and their friends were invited to comment on the most common misconceptions about people with Down syndrome. Masha talked about the fact that they know how to study and be creative, Vlad shared the story of his sporting successes.

But it is very difficult for such people to do things that are familiar to many! But not at all because of health problems, but because of the cautious and unfair attitude of society.

Maria and Vlad believe that by participating in such projects, they help the same people find themselves, gain confidence, believe in a dream. The guys who performed in the video convince us that sports, science, travel, art, love are for everyone, and not for the elite.

Masha shares photos with subscribers of social networks. When looking at her smiling face in sunny shots, it becomes clear that her life is actually full of joys and adventures. So, everyone can live the way they dream.

With hope for the best

Irina Khakamada's daughter Maria is not the only person with Down syndrome who leads a normal and interesting life.

Today educational work conducted by many teachers, psychologists, speech pathologists and doctors. Caring people tend to tell more about those who were born with an unusual set of chromosomes. Parents of "sunny children" do not stand aside either. For example, she found out about her son's diagnosis even before his birth. The artist talks about the life of little Semyon, shares his photographs, strives to convey to people that Down syndrome is not a disease, but a feature with which you can lead a full life.

According to psychologists, teachers and social educators, such children are teachable, but require a different approach. They are kind and incapable of knowingly causing harm. It is more difficult for them to acquire social skills, but patience and love can work wonders.