Former star of a popular reality project, Maria (Mary) Kuleshova, stirred speculation on her social media when she hinted that the father of her unborn child could be Quincy Promes, the Dutch midfielder who plays for Spartak Moscow. Reports from Telegram channels and entertainment news outlets quickly picked up the hint, framing it as a potential connection that fans and followers would want to watch closely. The post in question showed a moment shared between the two, with music occasionally accompanying the image, which many interpreted as a clue rather than a casual snapshot.
Despite the public hints, Kuleshova has not confirmed who the father is. She has consistently avoided naming names, instead letting subtle clues and on-screen moments fuel the chatter among supporters. In one of the shared photos, a song by Promes played in the background, a detail that fans seized upon as a possible hint. This kind of post is not unusual in the realm of celebrity culture, where fans read signs into every caption and every image. The result is a volley of speculation that can quickly outpace the reality of the situation, leaving followers to filter what they see through the lens of rumor and interpretation.
According to coverage from Shot, Kuleshova appeared momentarily embarrassed when pressed about Promes in a conversation with the channel. The moment seemed to prompt a retreat from further commentary, with the influencer stepping back to avoid further discussion about the potential link. This pattern—elusive answers followed by silence—follows a familiar arc in celebrity reporting, where the subject alternates between engagement and restraint to manage personal boundaries and media attention.
Meanwhile, a separate thread of news involves Quincy Promes himself. On March 13, the Spartak Moscow player faced legal and personal ramifications that extended beyond the football pitch. He was reportedly detained in the United Arab Emirates during circumstances linked to a Dubai incident from January 2024. Subsequently, a court in Amsterdam sentenced Promes to six years in prison on charges related to cocaine trafficking, with the judge’s decision following a January 24 hearing where prosecutors had urged a nine-year term. The timeline continued as, on February 16, Promes was placed on an international wanted list. Additionally, there have been prior legal issues including a prison sentence of 1.5 years for an alleged stabbing, which have continued to shape public perception of the footballer’s career and personal life.
The case highlights how ongoing legal developments can influence the way fans and media discuss a player who may be connected, even indirectly, to personal narratives that unfold in the public eye. It also underscores the broader dynamic between athletes’ private lives and their professional responsibilities. Football clubs and fans alike often walk a tight line between reporting on personal matters that affect a player’s image and respecting the boundaries that come with personal privacy, especially when public speculation is involved. In this context, supporters are reminded that headlines can pull together disparate threads from sports, entertainment, and legal news into a single, highly consumed storyline.
As for the sports federation in Russia, there has been commentary on Promes’s status and reputation within Russian football. RFU representatives have cautioned against labeling Promes as a disgrace, instead arguing for a more measured and contextual understanding of a player’s actions and their implications for the sport. This stance reflects a broader effort to balance accountability with fairness, recognizing that accusations and legal findings can evolve over time and may require careful interpretation by fans, media, and governing bodies alike. The ongoing discourse emphasizes that one’s on-field talent does not automatically define their off-field conduct in a vacuum, and that colleagues, clubs, and organizations often respond to complex situations with a mix of caution, consequence, and measured communication.