According to an investigative report, Russian President Vladimir Putin is said to have two sons with his alleged mistress, Alina Kabaeva. The boys reportedly lead a secluded life, seldom seeing their parents.
The Dossier Center, founded by opposition leader Mikhail Khodorkovsky, revealed that the children, Ivan and Vladimir, exist off the grid, comparable to individuals who are under state protection or covert operations. They aren’t listed in public records, hinting at a life filled with secrecy.
Kabaeva, a 41-year-old ex-Olympic gymnast, has been linked romantically to Putin for years, earning her titles like “Russia’s First Mistress” and “Secret First Lady.” The Kremlin has consistently denied these claims.
Information from the Dossier Center revealed insights from a source supposedly affiliated with Putin’s family, speaking anonymously. The source clarified, “When the war started, speculation exploded. People claimed ‘Putin has three children with Kabaeva,’ but that’s incorrect. They actually have two sons.”
Born in 2015 and 2019, respectively, the boys are educated by private tutors and shielded by Russia’s Federal Protective Service. They travel in luxury—by armored trains, private jets, and yachts—and their time spent with Kabaeva or their father is quite limited. Reportedly, Ivan often plays alone or with the adult staff surrounding them.
Putin divorced his wife, Lyudmila Ocheretnaya, in 2013 after 30 years of marriage. Despite persistent rumors, both Putin and Kabaeva have dismissed any suggestions of a romantic relationship. Notably, in the wake of a 2008 report about a potential divorce, the publication behind the story was abruptly shut down.
The British government has commented on Kabaeva’s connection to Putin, suggesting a “close personal relationship,” while she previously served in the Duma as part of Putin’s United Russia party. In response to media speculation, Putin has remarked on his disdain for those prying into his private life. Kabaeva, for her part, boasts an impressive athletic record, with two Olympic medals and numerous accolades in world and European championships.