You had to leave your country due to the war and rebuild your life elsewhere. How difficult was this change, and how did this profound experience forge the strong woman you are today?
I was born in 2003 in Ukraine, in Berdyansk, on the shores of the Sea of Azov. When I turned six, I lost both my parents. I spent part of my childhood in an orphanage, and at twelve, I was placed in my aunt's custody—a decision unfortunately dictated more by economic motives than true affection. My childhood was spent in deprivation and a constant sense of humiliation. Perhaps it is precisely this experience that forged the courageous girl I am today: a person capable of traveling alone to any country in the world and moving tirelessly toward her goals.
At the beginning of 2022, I had finally received a certificate from the state for an apartment of my own, as an orphan. I was about to have my own corner of safety. But when the Russian invasion began, I was in Turkey for work. Berdyansk was occupied, and I never got to see that apartment. Having nowhere else to live, I was forced to take any job in different countries to support myself. It was a harsh life lesson, reminding me that, ultimately, I had to learn to rely only on myself.
I don't share this to evoke pity. I want to show that behind the smiles and beautiful photos can hide the story of someone who did not let circumstances deprive her of the ability to dream. I faced many challenges and unwanted attention, but my inner convictions were always more important than momentary advantages. Today, my constant moving feels like wandering, and sometimes I think I may never see my parents' graves again. But I try not to sink into despair and continue living, believing that my determination will eventually bear fruit.
You were crowned Queen of Queens in 2024. In such a complex period of your life, what did receiving this recognition mean to you, and how did it help you move forward?
At that moment, I felt something much greater than simple self-confidence. I felt that I deserved my place, my path, and the opportunities opening up before me. A surprising inner peace arrived: the feeling of moving in the right direction.
I owe much of this awareness to SevenDates and, in particular, to Georges. Thanks to our collaboration, I understood that one should not aspire so much to the crown itself, but to living up to the event and its values. Queen of Queens was the culmination of this journey: it inspired me to work on myself as a person. Modeling is not just physical appearance; it is discipline, inner culture, and the ability to represent oneself with dignity. Participating in international exhibitions in Italy, Germany, and Dubai as the face of SevenDates helped me look at the industry more broadly, confirming that the true value lies in people and personal growth.
Away from the runways and spotlights, who is Olga in her everyday life today? What are your passions, what brings you peace, and how do you spend your days in your new country?
Outside of modeling, I am a very open person, perhaps even too open. I always try to help others. Despite everything, I believe in the light in this world: I can be moved to tears by a Disney movie, buy food for someone asking for help, or rescue a baby squirrel fallen from its nest in the park, bottle-feed it, and release it back into the wild.
I love children and their spontaneity. A special place is occupied by my dog, a toy poodle, who is the only true member of my family. We have a little tradition: sometimes we go swimming together in the sea at night under the stars. I adore the moonlit silence. I also love reading physical books, turning the pages away from screens. I constantly want to learn new things, develop myself, and bring something sincere and true into this world.
Looking ahead, what are your greatest dreams and hopes? Is there a personal or professional goal you hope to achieve in the coming years?
If we talk about dreams, I am not afraid to sound cliché: I dream of world peace. I wish people would stop being cynical and treat each other with more care. Otherwise, my earthly dreams are simple: a life with space for the work I love, family, and serenity.
I want to grow in modeling, but I also dream of opening my own modeling school for children, to teach them to express their individuality and become confident. I dream of realizing a commercial project that will one day become my future family's business. Today I live in Spain, and my heart has already chosen where to settle: Asturias, in the north of the country. I desire a cozy home, creative evenings, and a life where I can slow down and breathe deeply. I don't want a perfect image, but the true feeling of "home."
Your story is an example of incredible courage. What message would you like to send to women who, like you, find themselves facing moments of great difficulty and must find the strength to start from scratch?
I don't want to limit myself to the usual wishes of strength and success. I want to say what I myself would have wanted to hear in the most difficult periods: no matter how complicated your life is, please take care of that little girl inside you.
Spoil her. Allow her to rejoice, dream, cry, and sometimes be defenseless. Don't force her to harden just because the outside world is sometimes cruel. Don't deprive her of her kindness because someone treated you unjustly. And most importantly: love her. Because it is precisely that little girl who will one day remind you why you keep moving forward. She won't let you give up on your dreams, even when you feel you have no strength left. Protect her. Because, perhaps, she is the strongest part of you.
Today I am 23, and I am only at the beginning of this unpredictable journey called life. I don't know where I will be in ten years, but I know I want to keep moving forward without losing my sincerity and the ability to see beauty in the simplest things.
