In a candid conversation, designer and DJ Maria Siluyanova discusses her family history and legal battles in a case that drew public attention.
Siluyanova, known for her creative work in fashion and music, revealed that her former partner could not be kept as part of the parental rights arrangement. In court, she presented evidence that his behavior had a direct impact on their family, including allegations that he had not played an active role in raising their shared son Ruslan and had not contributed to child support. Ruslan, now a young boy, has limited memory of his biological father. On one occasion, Siluyanova asked her son if he recognized the man in a photograph, and the boy simply answered, “A man,” underscoring the ongoing challenge of his connection to his father.
The designer expressed a desire to change the child’s surname to sever the official tie with the father. The ex-partner reportedly refused to consent to a name change at first, leading Siluyanova to pursue a legal path aimed at altering the parental rights arrangement. She explained that the decision to pursue this course of action came from her wish to protect the emotional well‑being of Ruslan and to redefine the family unit on her terms.
According to Siluyanova, Danko, the singer involved in the case, has shown support and has helped care for the child from a prior relationship. This dynamic illustrates the complexities that sometimes accompany blended families where financial responsibilities and day‑to‑day parenting overlap in complicated ways. The story highlights the difficult balance many parents face when addressing guardianship, legitimacy, and long‑term stability for their children. The details presented in the court process point to broader questions about how best to safeguard a child’s welfare while respecting the rights and responsibilities of all adults involved [citation: legal records and statements from the parties, attributed to public court proceedings].