The manager and close friend of popular Ukrainian TV presenter Lesia Nikitiuk, Valeriia Polianska, has officially confirmed her participation in the 15th season of the romantic reality show "The Bachelor". Information about this emerged following the publication of an official teaser by the STB TV channel, which revealed the names of the first contenders for the main character's heart.

Who Is Valeriia Polianska and Her Career

Valeriia Polianska has been working as Lesia Nikitiuk's manager for many years, handling organizational issues and supporting the star's media career. They are bound not only by professional obligations but also by a strong friendship: the girls travel together, spend their free time together, and frequently appear on each other's social media. In the new teaser of the project, Valeriia admitted that work takes up about 98% of her life, but she decided to radically change her priorities and find time to build personal relationships.

Main Character of the Season and Premiere Details

The main character of the 15th season of "The Bachelor" is the well-known Ukrainian basketball player, former national team player, and international master of sports, Viacheslav Kravtsov. During his sports career, the 38-year-old athlete played for clubs in Europe and the NBA, including the Detroit Pistons and Phoenix Suns, and after finishing his professional career, he started a business in maritime logistics. The premiere of the new season of the large-scale project is scheduled for October 16, 2026, and will be broadcast on the STB TV channel, as well as available for viewing on the Netflix streaming platform in Ukraine.

Contradictory Data

It is worth noting that there were many rumors and unofficial leaks on the network for a long time regarding the lineup of participants for the 15th season. Some entertainment publications and Telegram channels published insider lists long before the official announcement by the STB TV channel, including the names of other media personalities, such as Volodymyr Ostapchuk's ex-wife, Kristina Horniak. However, official confirmation from the broadcaster only came with the release of the new promo video, where viewers could see Valeriia Polianska among the official contenders for victory in the show.