Victoria Lopyreva

Victoria Lopyreva was born on July 26, 1983, in Rostov-on-Don, RSFSR, USSR (now Russia). She emerged into public life by winning the “Miss Russia 2003” title, a significant milestone that launched her modeling and television career. Prior to this, she was recognized with the “Super Model of the World” award in 2000 and “Miss Russian Photo” in 2001, demonstrating early success in the modeling industry. Her appearances in various magazines such as Cosmopolitan, Gala, L’Officiel, and OK! solidified her presence in the fashion world. She also held the position of director for the Miss Russia pageant for a period.

Lopyreva transitioned into television, hosting “Miss Europe Awards” on European TV channels and notably “Football Night” on NTV in 2007, a role that led to her deep involvement with football. She further expanded her television career by hosting shows like “The real sport” on Post TV in 2009, “Happiness! The video version” on the “U” channel, and “Fashion ambulance” on MUZ TV since 2011, followed by MUZ TV FASHION CHART since 2012. Her acting credits include roles in “Cinderella” (2012) and appearances as a contestant on “The Last Hero” (2019) and “Who Wants to Be A Millionaire?” (2019). Her career progression demonstrates a strategic shift from beauty pageants and modeling to a diverse portfolio in television, entertainment, and public representation.

A pivotal point in Lopyreva’s career was her appointment as an official ambassador for the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia, a role that required extensive travel and public engagement. This built upon her earlier experiences in sports broadcasting and solidified her as a respected figure in football circles. Additionally, she became a UNAIDS ambassador, using her platform to promote an anti-discrimination initiative during the World Cup, emphasizing inclusivity and addressing misinformation surrounding AIDS. Her work highlights a commitment to social causes alongside her media and entertainment endeavors, demonstrating a blend of professional achievements and philanthropic engagement.