Meriem Uzerli, a Turkish-German actress and star of one of the most popular historical series in the world, has once again become the subject of media discussion. This time, the reason for the conversation is her latest public statement expressing love for Russia and Moscow, made while ignoring the context of the full-scale war launched by the Russian Federation against Ukraine.
Confession to a Russian Blogger
The actress expressed her feelings during a conversation with Russian blogger Alec Nadiryan. During the discussion, Uzerli attempted to speak Russian, demonstrating her admiration for the country. However, it turned out that her knowledge of the language remained at a school level.
“I have almost forgotten everything. It is very regrettable for me because I love the Russian language, Moscow, and Russia. I can read in Russian, but unfortunately, I don't understand anything,” confessed the star of “Magnificent Century”.
Russian Roots and Sympathy for the Culture
This is not the first time Meriem Uzerli has publicly declared her attachment to Russia. In recent years, the artist has repeatedly spoken about how close the atmosphere of Moscow and St. Petersburg is to her, as well as expressing deep sympathy for the Russian language.
Particularly interesting is her statement regarding a genetic connection to Russia. The actress claimed that after taking a DNA test, she learned she has Russian roots, which, according to her, only strengthened her emotional bond with the country.
Who is Meriem Uzerli?
Meriem Uzerli is a Turkish-German actress who became famous worldwide for her role as Hürrem Sultan in the historical series “Magnificent Century”. This project became a phenomenon, gathering billions of views around the world, and made Uzerli's name recognizable even in countries far from Turkish culture.
Despite her popularity and international status, the actress continues to maintain close ties with Russia, which provokes an ambiguous reaction in various countries, especially given the current geopolitical tension.
