Singer Glukoza, whose real name is Natalya Chistyakova-Ionova, recently shared a heartfelt birthday tribute to her daughter Ray, whose real name is Lydia Chistyakova. The post appeared on social media, commemorating Ray as she turned sixteen, a milestone her family celebrated together in public.
In the message, Natalya praised her daughter’s growth: she noted the teenager’s beauty, talent, determination, and her generous, loving nature. The singer expressed pride in Ray’s ability to care for others and to appreciate life, adding that the family would always stand by her side as she navigates adolescence and beyond.
Ray, who performs under the stage name Ray, is the elder daughter of Glukoza. She has pursued a music career and is preparing to stage her first solo concert in Moscow on June 15, a notable moment in her expanding artistic journey.
Earlier this year, on April 27, a new animated feature titled “Yaga and the Book of Spells” premiered, featuring Ray as a voice actor in a leading role as Blue Eyes. The film also marked the debut of her younger sister, Vera, who voices the character Jadwiga. Ray expressed pride in her sister’s debut and the family’s shared achievement.
In a subsequent interview with socialbites.ca, Ray discussed the voice-over process, her collaboration with fellow performers, and her unique connection to the film’s heroine, Sineglazka. She described how the project allowed her to explore character development and to bring a lively, expressive voice to a fantasy world that resonates with audiences.