Kenya, April 3 -- Speculation continues to swirl around the personal life of Ukrainian powerlifter and social media sensation Vladimir Shmondenko, known widely as Anatoly, with renewed interest in the identity and status of his wife or partner.
Despite his global fame for gym pranks and feats of strength, Shmondenko has kept details about his romantic life largely under wraps, leaving fans and followers to piece together clues from his online presence.
Who is Vladimir Shmondenko's girlfriend? His girlfriend is Valery Shirshova, a lingerie model and social media influencer.
Shmondenko, 25, boasts millions of followers across platforms like Instagram and YouTube, where he showcases his powerlifting prowess and humorous alter egos, such as a janitor or elderly man lifting staggering weights.
Recent online chatter has reignited curiosity about whether he is married or still in a committed relationship, with some pointing to unverified reports of him living with his girlfriend Valery Shirshova in Kyiv.
His official website and social media channels, including his Instagram handle @vladimirshmondenko, focused on his fitness journey and content creation.
Fans have scoured his posts for signs-some speculating about a ring or subtle mentions-but Shmondenko has neither confirmed nor denied the rumours that he wed Valery Shirshova.
Born in Krishtopovka, Ukraine, and now a self-made millionaire through his fitness brand Aribba Nutrition and online following, Shmondenko's reticence about his private life contrasts with his public persona.
His assessed net worth is around $2.5 million, earned through social media sponsorships and brand collaborations, up from $1.5 million a few years ago. Online coaching programs and training guides have boosted his net worth in 2025.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Bana Kenya.