Philip Kirkorov’s father, the well-known singer Bedros Kirkorov, recently appeared on the studio set of the show “Stars Gathered” with a new companion by his side. The guest did not call the woman his lover, a distinction that drew attention from the audience and fans alike.
In his remarks, Kirkorov Sr. described Olesya Ivanova as a steady presence who stays close and looks out for him. When asked whether the musician had filed for divorce from his wife, Lyudmila Smirnova, due to their relationship, Ivanova offered a firm denial. She explained that her role is simply to help, not to drive a separation, emphasizing that there was no romantic involvement on her part.
Bedros Kirkorov opened up about his health in 2022, noting that he spent a fair amount of time in hospitals that year. He stated that Ivanova consistently accompanied his wife when her own company was not available. He recalled a conversation about relocating, describing how he and his wife considered Timiryazev, where some relatives reside. The idea of moving was weighed, but family ties in the region ultimately influenced the decision, leaving him with mixed feelings. He admitted the whole situation was confusing and kept his thoughts private, choosing not to elaborate further.
There was prior coverage suggesting that Bedros Kirkorov had not lived with his wife for twenty years. His wife, Lyudmila Smirnova, publicly rejected rumors that any divorce was driven by an affair with a younger nurse, contesting the gossip and asserting a different reality about their marriage.