Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova has revealed that her mum has returned to Ukraine to care for her grandmother. The professional dancer, 33, hails from Luhansk in Ukraine and her mum Larisa has returned back to their homeland as her grandmother needs caring for.
Nadiya, who is currently dating fellow dancer Kai Widdrington, admitted that the situation is "very difficult" and that she is hoping to bring her grandmother to the UK.
Speaking to MailOnline, the mum-of-one explained: "It is very difficult right now. My mum is flying back to look after my grandmother, and we're trying to get her to the UK." Nadiya, who is dancing with singer Matt Goss, 54, on this year's Strictly, also added: "It’s a tough one, but I am trying to do everything I can to support and keep them safe." The Strictly pro has previously opened up about how the war in Ukraine has impacted her family, following Russia’s invasion and attacks.
During an interview on ITV's This Morning earlier this year, she revealed some of her family and friends are still stuck in Ukraine. “I have some family there and friends.
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