Doctors gave clear prognoses, and society prepared to feel sorry for the “unfortunate mother”. But the scenario did not go as planned. Instead of seclusion and shame – glossy covers, instead of a special school for outcasts – the Kremlin stage. Evelina Bledans did the impossible: turned her son's diagnosis into a personal brand. Yet behind that pretty picture lies a tough pragmatism and hard work that is often kept quiet.
An illegal bet
She is 42 years old. An age that in family medicine is often called “risk”. doctor see pathology returns to the ultrasound stage and proposes a standard solution for that time – interruption. The verdict sounds dry: Down syndrome. Most stars want to hide this fact out of fear for their reputation or career, but the “Mask Show” star tried her best.
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The decision to give up the child has become point of no return. Semyon was born not only as a long-awaited son but also as a challenge to the system. The stereotype that “special” children were detrimental to their parents' social lives was loudly and publicly dispelled.
Communication shield or defensive strategy
Many people criticized the actress for being too public. Why display the baby? But this medal also has its downside. Publicity has become armor. Semyon received his first contract when he was just 6 months old, becoming the face of a famous diaper brand. This is a precedent for the Russian advertising market: a child with genetic characteristics is viewed from the screen on par with normal children.
The boy's social network, run by his star mother, became not only a family album but also a tool of influence. Through smartphone screens, thousands of people are shown: these children are easy to teach, they feel, love and can be happy.
Practically not for children and German medicine
Hospital wards were left behind the scenes. The “Sunny” state does not negate physiology. Congenital heart defects require immediate intervention, followed by knee problems. The treatment geography has expanded to clinics in Germany.
A beautiful photo on a blog often hides hours of rehabilitation. It took many years of monotonous work for the 13-year-old boy to be able to swim, play the piano and sit confidently on the saddle like today. The divorce of his parents, which occurred when the boy was 5 years old, did not become a tragedy on a global scale – the father, Alexander Semin, remained present in his son's life, demolishing another myth that men always run away from difficulties.
Working class instead of bohemians
The most surprising detail of the upbringing is the lack of illusions. Bledans understands very well: her era of fame will not last forever, and her son will need to live in the real world. Despite Semyon's creative successes, his mother was still preparing him for a mundane, masculine profession. There are no castles in the air.
In a candid interview, Evelina spoke out about the plans, many of which seem too trivial for the son of a star:
“I want him to have a profession that can support him. He will be a good massage therapist, because such children have very strong and at the same time soft hands.”
This is a sober calculation. A profession that remains in your hands is more reliable than capricious luck in show business.
Victory contrary to prediction
Today Semyon is 13 years old. Getting a passport this year will become a formality, confirming his citizenship, but he passed the social exam as an outside student. His portfolio includes a role in the short film “Crusks and Buns”, participation in the musicals “Mowgli” and “Pinocchio”.
Apogee is an appearance on the stage of the State Kremlin Palace. The duet with a contestant on “The Voice” became a historic moment: a man expected to be isolated became the center of attention on the country's main stage. He has proven his right to be seen.
Do you think such publicity really helps society accept “special” people, or is it just a way to make money from personal drama?
