Alina Kabaeva
Also known as Әлинә Кабаева, Әлинә Марат кызы Кабаева, Алина Кабаева
Career
Active 1996 – present
Biography
About Alina Kabaeva
With her slim build, brown hair, and brown eyes, Alina Kabaeva is a striking presence who has worn many hats over the decades. Born on May 12, 1983, in the Russian Federation, she is a Russian of Caucasian ethnicity. Kabaeva first made her mark as a rhythmic gymnast, starting at age 13 in 1996 and competing at the highest level for years. She rose to become one of the most decorated athletes in her sport, taking home 2 Olympic medals, 14 World Championship medals, and 21 European Championship medals. The Russian government recognized her achievements with the title of Honoured Master of Sports.
Kabaeva's career soon expanded beyond the gymnasium. In 2001, she appeared in the Japanese film Red Shadow, performing a gymnastics routine. She later traded the mat for the political arena, joining the Public Chamber of Russia in 2005. From 2007 to 2014 she served as a State Duma deputy for United Russia, and in February 2008 she became chairwoman of the Public Council of the National Media Group, a media conglomerate controlling outlets like Izvestia, Channel One, and REN TV. By September 2014, she had risen to chairwoman of the group's board of directors. She also took on roles as a politician, musician, and media manager, and in January 2011, she launched a singing career.
Her personal life has often been in the spotlight. In 2015, reports surfaced that she had given birth to a daughter in Switzerland, and in 2019, she reportedly had twin sons in Moscow. Kabaeva's journey from gymnast to public figure has been anything but ordinary. She stands at 5'5" and weighs 110 lbs. Her measurements are 34-23-36, and she wears a 34B bra. She has natural breasts. This page features 19 photos that you can view free of charge. Kabaeva remains a notable figure in Russian public life, with a substantial following of 242k on Instagram.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1996-present (started around 13 years old; 30 years active)
- Birthplace
- Russian Federation
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
Body
- Hair Color
- Brown
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 110 lbs (or 50 kg)
- Measurements
- 34–23–36 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.64
- Bra/Cup Size
- 34B show conversions - UK: 34B, EU: 75B, AU: 12B, JP: 75B
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 242k (as of June 2026)
Frequently asked
How did Alina Kabaeva transition from gymnastics to politics and media?
Kabaeva started as a rhythmic gymnast in 1996 and competed through her 20s, then in 2005 she joined the Public Chamber of Russia. From 2007 to 2014 she was a State Duma deputy, and in 2008 she became chairwoman of the Public Council of the National Media Group, later heading its board of directors in 2014.
What are some of Alina Kabaeva's notable achievements outside of sports?
Beyond gymnastics, Kabaeva appeared in the 2001 film Red Shadow, sang on stage starting in January 2011, and has served as a politician and media manager, including as chairwoman of the National Media Group's board of directors.
Is Alina Kabaeva's height and weight consistent with her athletic background?
Kabaeva stands 5'5" and weighs 110 lbs, which is a slim build that fits her former career as a rhythmic gymnast, a sport that often favors petite, agile athletes.
Did you know
- Kabaeva's measurements of 34-23-36 give a waist-to-hip ratio of 0.64, considered a highly curvaceous figure.
- Her career spans multiple fields: gymnastics, acting, music, politics, and media management.
- She has won 2 Olympic medals, 14 World Championship medals, and 21 European Championship medals in rhythmic gymnastics.
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