Larisa Dolina reacted with strong disapproval after comments attributed to actor Sergei Shakurov were shared on a telegraph channel. The remarks were directed at Shakurov’s 11-year-old grandson during the program Two Stars. The singer found the statements offensive, considering them inappropriate for a child audience.
During the show segment, Shakurov performed the song A Young Sailor Goes to Visit, originally composed by Alexandra Dolina. After the performance, he commented that parental virtues do not automatically pass to children and suggested that success must be earned through hard climbing. The remarks drew attention for their sharp contrast with the performance they accompanied, and Shakurov complimented Dolina Jr. on her singing while giving a high rating for her stage presence.
Larisa Dolina described Shakurov’s interpretation as surprising and troubling. She noted that the young performer sang with warmth and tenderness appropriate for her age, while Shakurov’s words came across as harsh and ungenerous toward a child. Dolina expressed that her own feelings were hurt by the speech and stressed that the young artist faced the moment with resolve and dignity, qualities she believes deserve respect rather than mockery.
In related context, Dolina’s daughter Alexandra had stepped into public visibility after a period away from the spotlight. Reports indicated that Alexandra planned to perform a duet with her grandmother on the same music program, but Larisa Dolina was unable to participate due to touring commitments. The evolving moment highlighted a family deeply involved in the performing arts, navigating performance pressures, personal boundaries, and the media spotlight with care and resilience.