Main points
- Ukrainian stars such as Pavlo Zibrov, Natalka Karpa, Serhiy Tanchynets, Anatoly Anatolych, Alena Omargalieva, and Oleksandr Pedan shared their relationship stories and secrets of a happy marriage.
- They consider trust, mutual respect, support, the ability to compromise, and attention to the little things in everyday life to be the main elements of a strong relationship.
Alena Omargalieva and Tamerlan, Pavel Zibrov with his wife and Alexander Pedan with his lover / Collage of Channel 24
February 14 is a bright holiday of love, but love is not only hugs, gifts and romance. It is daily care, attention and mutual understanding, especially when life throws up challenges. This is especially noticeable in show business: tours and a busy schedule test even the strongest couples.
- 1 Pavel Zibrov
- 2 Natalka Karpa
- 3 Serhiy Tanchynets
- 4 Anatoly Anatolych
- 5 Alena Omargalieva
- 6 Alexander Pedan
Producer and showman Yevhen Feshak believes that the secret to a strong relationship is timeliness: being there, laughing together, understanding your partner's needs, and when necessary, giving space. For him, romance is not limited to Valentine's Day: But it is a good reason to do something nice for your significant other: congratulate, give a small gift, prepare a surprise. And it doesn't have to be something large-scale or expensive. Often, it is the small, unexpected little things that bring the most joy.
24 Channel also spoke with other Ukrainian stars who shared their own secrets of harmonious relationships and traditions of celebrating Valentine's Day.
Pavel Zibrov
Pavlo and Maryna Zibrovykh are considered one of the strongest couples in Ukrainian showbiz. They met 33 years ago at the Union of Industrial Entrepreneurs.
I was speaking at the ceremony, and she worked as an advisor on foreign economic issues. There was one free seat in the hall – I sat down next to her. I looked at her and my heart immediately told me: it was her. After the event, we met at the buffet, exchanged phone numbers. I gave her my autographed “Fabrika Kiyanka” calendar. That's how it all began,
– recalled the People's Artist of Ukraine.
Pavel and Maryna Zibrov / Photo by the singer's press service
Over the years, Pavel and Marina have gone through many trials together, but their love has only grown stronger. The singer believes that the secret of their relationship with their wife lies in trust, openness, willingness to discuss problems, and the ability to find compromises. “Stubbornness has never made anyone happy, and love is always a dialogue,” Zibrov emphasizes.
He usually spends Valentine's Day on stage.
I sing about love where lovers gather. That's my destiny – to be close to love. And after the concert I definitely give Marina my favorite flowers. And, of course, the entire fee goes to her. This is our good tradition,
– the performer noted.
Marina and Pavel Zibrov / Photo by the artist's press service
Natalka Karpa
In 2015, the singer performed on tour with the band ANTITILA. She and the musicians came to Pavlograd, the hometown of Natalka Karpa's then-future husband, to support him as a candidate for mayor. There, the singer and Yevgeny Terekhov met, after which each went their separate ways. Later, the man began working with veterans of the Russian-Ukrainian war, and invited the artist to perform at the Dnipro hospital, which was the beginning of their further communication.
Last September, Natalka Karpa and Yevgeny Terekhov celebrated their ninth wedding anniversary. Over the years, they have gone through various trials, but have managed to keep their family together and remain supportive of each other. The couple has a daughter, Zlata.
Natalka Karpa and Yevgeny Terekhov at the wedding / Photo by the singer's press service
According to the singer, the main secret of a strong relationship is the ability to hear each other. She compares a relationship to a flowerpot: if you don't water it, it will dry up, and if you overwater it, it can also collapse. “Careful care always bears fruit,” emphasizes Natalka Karpa.
Valentine's Day is a sad holiday for me, because I've been without my husband for almost four years. Jackie is currently in the 58th Vyhovsky Motorized Infantry Brigade (the famous “Mum's Cherry”), and I've been making cocktails at Negroni Aperitivo Bar for two years in a row, and raising funds for their brigade,
– the artist shared.
When it comes to gifts, Yevhen is a true romantic. Often, while at the front, he sends flowers just like that, without any reason, to cheer up his wife. He also likes to give beautiful jewelry. The ultimate gift is minimalist earrings with garnet, matched to the color of Natalka's eyes and hair.
Natalka Karpa with her husband / Photo by the artist's press service
Serhiy Tanchynets
Serhiy Tanchynets met his wife, Yuliana, in July 2017 in Radekhov. She came there to work at a festival where the band BEZ OBMEZHEN was performing.
It was our first meeting, but to be honest, we didn't really remember each other then. Later, in 2020, Juliana started working in the band's team, moving to Kyiv. But our personal story began years later, much later,
– the singer shared.
Yuliana Koretska and Serhiy Tanchynets / Photo by the artist's press service
According to Serhiy Tanchynets, strong relationships are built on trust, support in difficult moments, and mutual respect. For him, it is important to stand behind each other and move in the same direction.
Serhiy and Yuliana usually celebrate Valentine's Day not on February 14, but on the 13th or 15th, because they work on that day. They exchange symbolic gifts.
Of course, I give Juliana flowers because she loves them and it's important to her,
– the singer emphasized.
The couple doesn't have any grand celebrations – sometimes it's just watching a movie together at home. It all depends on their schedule.
Serhiy Tanchynets and Yuliana Koretska / Photo by the artist's press service
Anatoly Anatolych
Anatoly Anatolych met his wife Yulia in 2009 at a disco at the Hit FM radio station, where he worked as a host. His future wife came to the event with Anatoly's friends from 95th Quarter, where she worked as a PR person at the time.
According to Anatoly, the main secret of their strong relationship is their willingness to make concessions and take the first step. Thanks to this, the couple has been together for 15 years and has three children: Alice, Lolita, and Neil.
Archive photos from the wedding of Anatoly Anatolitch and Yula / Photo from Yula's Instagram
The host also noted that he prefers giving gifts.
I once gave my wife a car for Valentine's Day. Or rather, the day before Valentine's Day. And I always remember that the woman gave me jeans that year. I don't have the car anymore, but I still have the jeans. That proves that her gift was cooler,
– the showman noted with humor.
Anatoly Anatolych with his wife / Photo from the showman's press service
Alyona Omargalieva
The singer has been married to Tamerlan (Yuri Tolokonnikov) for over ten years. The couple met on social networks: it was Tamerlan who first wrote to Alena with a proposal for cooperation. Working together on the TamerlanAlena project gradually brought them closer, and after a year and a half, feelings arose between the artists, which later grew into a strong marriage.
Years of living together, the trials of distance and war have changed both of them – both as individuals and as a couple. They are helped to maintain harmony in their relationship by mutual support, deep understanding and love, which only grows stronger in the most difficult periods.
Alena Omargalieva and Tamerlan at the wedding / Photo by the artists' press service
The greatest value for Alena and Tamerlan is the time spent with their son Timur.
Recall that with the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion, Tamerlan stood up for Ukraine. “Being a military man's wife means learning not to succumb to disturbing thoughts, to keep light and faith within yourself, and to support each other even at a distance,” the singer noted.
She also spoke about Valentine's Day.
For us, the words “holiday” and romance have long since taken on a different meaning. It's not about dates on the calendar or loud gestures, but about the opportunity to be together. Every such moment is a holiday,
– shared Alena Omargalieva.
Oleksandr Pedan
The showman met his future wife at the Khmelnytskyi city KVC championship in the mid-90s. He played for his school's team, and Inna played for hers (they had a women's team).
Innuska and I became much closer friends when I went to study at Khmelnytskyi National University, and she started working there in a photo lab. She had a strategic object – a photocopier, and she would quietly make copies for me, sometimes even for free. She would feed me (laughs, – ed. 24 Channel),
– Pedan recalled.
The TV presenter is convinced that the foundation of a strong relationship is, first and foremost, respect, as well as love, physical intimacy, and children.
Oleksandr and Inna Pedany / Photo by the artists' press service
You need to respect each other in the business that your loved one is engaged in, their preferences and free time. Love, sex, intimate relationships are also an important inseparable part. And children: it seems to me that they really strengthen the family. Ours definitely are! We adore them. When you see what kind of mother your wife is, it is very pleasing,
– Pedan noted.
On February 14, Alexander and Inna try to spend time together. “It could be dinner. We don't like to go out to restaurants on Valentine's Day – everything is usually packed there. We want to spend time with ourselves and our family. And we also give gifts to each other and our children, because they are the fruit of our love. My Inna and daughter Lera give me something nice and warm. Well, for example, pajamas, socks or underwear – they wear out in just a year. The most pleasant thing is that it is attention,” the showman emphasized.
Oleksandr Pedan with his family / Photo from the showman's Instagram
As the stories of Ukrainian stars show, strong relationships are not just about grand gestures on holidays, but also about everyday care, attention, and mutual understanding. Small surprises, a willingness to listen and support each other even in difficult times, make love strong and lasting.