The other day, Channel One aired a new episode of the program "Male and Female", dedicated to important topic- socialization and achievements of people with Down syndrome. One of the invited guests was the daughter of Irina Khakamada, 20-year-old actress Maria Sirotinskaya, and her boyfriend, 22-year-old world champion in bench press Vlad Sitdikov. The couple told viewers about their lives, hobbies, a recent romantic trip to Greece, and also shared plans for the wedding.

Maria and Vlad met at the theater and, according to Masha, it was love at first sight.

I went to the theater, and there I saw Vlad, he was rehearsing in the play ... After that, we had mutual love. I immediately realized that I needed this person and he would be my support. I love him very much and will always be faithful to him.<...>I plan to create good family, marry your beloved, be with him always together and give birth to children.

When we met her, I found something in her that I could not find before. This is loyalty, love, happiness. And, of course, she is kind, affectionate, beautiful girl. I found the one with which I would like to connect my life, once and for all, - said Vlad.

Maria Sirotinskaya and Vlad Sitdikov with Alexander Gordon and Evelina Bledans

Also, Vlad, who not only loves to read poetry, but also writes it himself, read a fragment of one of his works dedicated to Mary:

Years passed, I grew up despite the bad weather.
The road led to Moscow, in the theater I stand at the threshold.
And there is euphoria in my head, I suddenly hear: "And I am Maria!"
Hit me like a tsunami...

Vlad and Maria have already introduced each other to their parents, and both parties have approved the choice of their children. At the end of the conversation with the couple, presenter Alexander Gordon asked Mary a direct question: "When is the wedding?" Maria, smiling, modestly answered "Not soon", then Vlad entered the conversation.

Alexander, you are an experienced person. I would like you to become my matchmaker, since you know Masha's mother well.

Alexander promised to talk to Irina Khakamada, because, according to him, Vlad made a very good impression on him.

We offer you to watch the full episode of the program, in which Evelina Bledans and her son also took part:

Suffering from Down syndrome, the daughter of Irina Khakamada Maria Sirotinskaya and her boyfriend Vlad Sitdikov decided to get married.

Daughter of the famous Russian politician- Maria Sirotinskaya - marries her friend of the heart Vlad Sitdikov.

The bride and groom themselves spoke about this in the program "Male / Female" on Channel One.

Both Masha and Vlad were born with a diagnosis of Down syndrome. But that doesn't stop them from living. full life, study, play sports and make plans for the future. And the plans of young people, as it turned out, are serious: Maria and Vlad are going to start a family. They have already introduced each other to their loved ones.

“I have plans to make a good family, marry my beloved and always be with him and have my children. I want to open my own company, I will also earn money, provide for my family and even my husband,” said Maria Sirotinskaya.

But the lovers are still not going to rush into the wedding. But the potential son-in-law of Irina Khakamada, right in the studio, turned to him with a request to become his matchmaker, because the TV presenter is well acquainted with the mother of his beloved.

“I promise you that since I know Ira, I will definitely talk to her. I’ll tell you what impression you made on me, how happy Masha is with you. I think it will grow together,” Gordon replied.

As you know, Masha is the late child of Irina Khakamada. She became a mother for the second time after 40. Irina hid the "special" girl from the public for a long time, but when she grew up, she began to actively take her with her to social events.

Irina has repeatedly said that she considers Masha completely a normal person and communicate with her accordingly. True, raising children with Down syndrome is still a special story, Khakamada notes.

Vlad Sitdikov: athlete, actor and surprisingly positive sunny guy

- How did you choose this particular sport?
Well, I didn't pick it myself. He was chosen by my coach Vladimir Shchegolkov, a multiple world champion in bench press.
- Did you start winning medals right away?
- Not immediately, but I went to him for a long time. I have been training hard and hard so...
- How many awards do you already have?
- Nine.
- Nine?
- Yes, nine.
- Which one is the most valuable?
- For me, the most valuable is the first one. My most valuable reward is the first one. And the fact that I got another CCM.
- Well, tell me - what was the first award for and what is it?
- It was the competition "Vityaz" for the prizes of Sergei Batyuk. I then raised seventy-five ...
- Mom: No, no, no. Not seventy five. Seventy-five were other competitions.
- Dad: Sixty-five.
- Mom: He then raised sixty-five. The first time - sixty-five.
- Vlad: I'm just confused.

Here, I will stop to clarify one point. This excerpt from the interview, like all the other words of Vlad Sitdikov, we give as it is - without combing, without embellishing, without correcting. I want you to hear like me as he says. As the guy with Down Syndrome says. For you to stop on this offer. Have returned. Re-read. So that you, like me during an hour-long Skype interview with bench press champion Vlad Sitdikov, realize this. Anyone who, according to stereotypes, should not be able to do anything at all because of an extra chromosome - conducts a dialogue, clarifies, argues. And he is the champion of Russia. Competes with ordinary people. Because the most important thing in it is not a syndrome, but the fact that Vlad Sitdikov is a personality. And you should get to know him better.

It is now Vladislav Sitdikov, known online as Vlad Sportjournalist, lives in Moscow, participates in theater studio productions, recites poetry and wins bench press competitions ( Vlad's Instagram account). And it all started eight days away from the capital - in the Far Eastern village of Luchegorsk, famous for coal mining and the 330-meter pipe of the Primorskaya State District Power Plant. And, of course, the endless taiga for tens of kilometers. Which only proves that it's not at all about where you were born sunny baby and how his parents will deal with him.

They worked with Vlad Sitdikov 24 hours a day, and at the age of two the boy spoke. A year later, having got a consultation with a Moscow psychologist, Vlad's mother was convinced of one thing - she and her son are doing the right thing. The psychologist suggested the main thing: about the phase of active attention. On this, the Sitdikovs built all further training (for details, see the material “How to deal with special children”). After two weeks of training in the technique of 15 minutes, Vlad learned the entire alphabet and could show any letter without errors.

Then there was no internet. I did not communicate with anyone and did not know the parents of special children, i.e. we were on our own. But you know, I think it was for the best, - recalls life on Far East mother of Vlad Marina Sitdikova. - Because Vladik was clearly among healthy children. We did everything so that his children in the yard would accept him. And after moving to Vladivostok, too. For these purposes, I met all the parents in the yard and introduced Vlad. They made sure that Vladik was not aggressive, benevolent. I met all the children. And they played with Vlad - the parents allowed. They came directly to our house in a group of 5-6 people.
- Vlad: Seven. Even eight.
- Mom: Yes, they played different games.
- Vlad: In the desktop.
- Mom: Then, when Vladik grew up, they even came to let him go out into the street. I said: “I don’t have time to go out with him now.” And they said, "We'll look after him ourselves."
- Vlad: It was cool there ...
- Mom: This is the inability of the parents themselves to improve relations in the society where they are, the inability to agree. Because we did not collide anywhere ... I say: “Yes, he is just the way he is. But he has these positive traits- you will get to know and make sure.

And it has always worked. Vlad has been the soul of the company since childhood. Always surrounded by friends. Now he has 4385 fans on his Facebook page. Although I do not have time to pronounce this word, Vlad corrects me.

Just to be honest, these are not fans, but just friends. Just friends, not fans.
- But why? Fans are those who love you, who like you.
- Those who chant on the streets are fans, but I just have friends on Facebook, in social networks. And that's it.
What helps you make friends?
- Well, firstly, I am an open and sociable person, and this is the main thing that helps me make such friends.
- Do you get close to people very quickly?
- Vlad: Well, yes. Fast.
- Mom: It really is. You know, even we were at the White Cane concert by Diana Gurskaya. And our guys, I mean, he and his friends were sitting in the same row, and just some people were sitting in front. And he behaved so emotionally there that they began to turn around. And I sat far enough away from him. Then I look - they are already taking selfies with him. Then they left a little earlier - they did not sit through the end of the concert. - They already said goodbye to him - hugged.
- Vlad: Yes.
- Mom: I don't know how he does it.

Photo: personal archive Vlad Sitdikova

- What is your favorite poet?
- Can I think a little?
- Certainly.
- ... I have a favorite poet - this is Tvardovsky. He has such poems about Terkin! And another verse that I ... This is Hera Storm "On the shore, the Jews take off their shoes." This is the most powerful verse, so poignant. I cried so much, I could not read for a long time. But I got through it.
What kind of poem to learn Vlad offers either his mother or a script teacher. And once a Facebook reader Svetlana Beloborodova asked Vlad to learn Yesenin. The guy promised and delivered. (read about the method of memorizing Vlad Sitdikov’s poems in the material “How to deal with special children”).

In fact, rhyme, like sports, is an integral part of Vlad's life. It all started with the fact that the parents were just trying to find a way to get their son to eat at least a spoonful of porridge.

He opened his mouth only when songs were sung to him at that moment. When I was still a baby at all, - says Marina Sitdikova. - Absolutely everyone sang: no matter who fed him, they sang. Because he didn't open his mouth. Any songs were sung: Russian folk, thieves, round dances, - any. We still have this notebook from that time. She, you know, in such greasy spots, because you blurt out something with porridge or something else - she was lying on the table.
- And dad sang?
- Vlad: Both mom and dad.
- Mom: And dad sang. Everyone sang. At the same time, it doesn’t matter that our hearing is not particularly
- Vlad: Yeah.
- Mom (laughs): But it was not important. There the motive could not be respected. The main thing is that they sing, and Vladik then willingly opened his mouth
- Vlad: To eat.
- Mom: Just finished singing, Vlad immediately closed his mouth.
- Vlad: Yeah.
- Mom: Therefore, when he began to speak, he already knew all this by heart. And, you know, we read so much! Now I’m looking - in the subway, parents roll up in a stroller ... They put this gadget in their hands and go ahead, and then complain that the child does not want to watch a book. Of course, he will not look at the book: there are different colors, and everything is different, and it moves. So how can you give such things?!

Photo: personal archive of Vlad Sitdikov

The Sitdikovs read to their son all the time: at night, in the morning, at lunchtime. Soon Vlad memorized even prose and could continue any story after his mother. Now he himself chooses what works to read. For the past New Year asked his parents to give him, believe it or not, Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet! I re-read it several times over the course of the year. Yes, I have read it. Vlad watched all the adaptations of the famous work!

- What do you want for this birthday?
- Of course, I would like more new books like Carmen, Cinderella, Columbine.
- Mom: What book are you really asking me to buy?
- Vlad: The Harry Potter book Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Well, it's a difficult book.
- Mom: So he read Harry Potter many times
- Vlad: All seven books!
- Mom: What is your favorite book?
- Vlad: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
- Mom: And more? Which one do you read in the morning?
- Vlad: Eragon.
- Mom: And who is the author of "Eragon"?
- Vlad: Christopher Paolini. A "Harry Potter" - JK Rowling
- These are serious books.
- Vlad: Of course! Magical everything. I will go to New film... It's called Harry Potter and the Magical Beasts.

Photo: facebook.com/interaction.charityproject2016

Throughout the interview, I never cease to be surprised by this versatile young man. Theater, participation in charity bike marathons, recitation, photography, sports. Plus, Vlad always helps his mother carry bags from the store and never shirks cleaning. But if this is not enough, then know that Vlad Sportjournalist has resumed studying English since the summer!

Of course, he forgot many words, but he easily remembers them, with little effort. I didn't learn how to read or write. And he didn’t forget the names of the letters and many remember diphthongs. Therefore, I myself sometimes wonder at this, to be honest.

How, well, how does he manage to do all this?! Vlad laughs. The guy who easily presses 83.5 kg from the chest and loves Tvardovsky lives on an equal footing with everyone. With each of his actions, he refutes numerous stereotypes about people with Down syndrome. His penultimate award is the title of candidate master of sports in the competition for the Ivan Poddubny Cup in Moscow.

My goal is my most big goal- get a master of sports.
- So, what is needed for this?
- You need to practice long and hard.
- I understand that, but what is the standard - how much should be raised?
- Ninety-five must be raised.
- Sports and theater - how compatible are they?
- Well, look, in the theater I have both dancing and acting skills, and the bench press is a sport. Strength muscle groups.
- They do not interfere with each other?
- No, I'm just glad to do this business: both fitness and theater.
- What do you like more?
- I love everything.
What are your dreams and goals for the coming year?
- My dream, of course, is to go to the Paralympics in Tokyo. I think there are chances.

CONGRATULATIONS FROM THE NEST EDITOR

This week is Vlad Sitdikov's birthday.

The entire editorial board joins the numerous congratulations of his friends and wish this kind, sincere and talented guy to move only forward. What you can do today is a real encouragement for many parents of sunny children. Your example inspires me not to give up, not to give up. Believe that everything is possible.

Yes, today athletes with Down syndrome cannot take part in the Paralympics. But there is still time until 2020, and maybe in Tokyo we will see you, Vlad Sitdikov, an actor, an athlete and just good son your parents. Most importantly, be as open and stay on top!

Happy birthday to you, Vlad!

The daughter of a celebrity is engaged in dancing, sports, draws and studies a lot English language. All this had a positive effect on her. Recall that Maria was born with Down syndrome, because of which Khakamada began a difficult period.

Recently, Maria Sirotinskaya and her chosen one, athlete Vlad Sitdikov, were relaxing on the seashore. Irina Khakamada shared a touching picture of the heiress on the page in the social network. Subscribers public figure noted that the girl looks just fine.

The young man gently hugs his beloved by the waist. Later, in an interview, young people added:

“I have plans to make a good family, marry my beloved and always be with him and have my own children. I want to open my own company, I will also earn money, provide for my family and even my husband, ”says Maria, who is studying to be a ceramist and is fond of theater.

“She's very funny, I love the way she laughs out loud,” said the junior bench press champion. “My parents are happy because I found the one I wanted to find.” The girl calls the guy "her favorite person" and notes that her relatives also approved of her choice.

The couple looks very happy. Maria has been dating her boyfriend for almost a year now. They have repeatedly appeared together at social events, and also took part in the charity project of the Love Syndrome Foundation.

Subscribers of Irina Khakamada admire her heiress and praise the woman, as she managed to properly raise her daughter so that she adapts to society: young people with Down syndrome lead active image life and believe that one should never despair and sit back.

In one of the shots, a young man teaches his chosen one to play giant chess. Some users social networks urge lovers to legalize their relationship as soon as possible and get married. Vlad actively shares pictures from the trip with friends and acquaintances.

Irina Khakamada is happy for the child, because next to Vlad the girl literally blossomed.

Recall that the daughter of Irina Khakamada Maria was born in 1997. For several years, the politician hid the child from prying eyes, but over time, the daughter began to appear with her mother in public. Maria is engaged in dancing, sports, draws a lot and learns English.

The other day, Maria Sirotinskaya and her chosen one Vlad Sitdikov presented a track in which they shared their plans for the future.

Vlad admitted that he could no longer live without his chosen one and was even ready to steal her.

You are a cool girl, Mashunya,
You will always be mine, baby!

But I don't want to wait that long
I want to have you today!

The girl is persuading young man wait a bit and first ask permission from your parents. Vlad agrees. But everything shows that the young man is more than serious.