Gleb Savchenko Accuses Ex-Wife of Turning Daughters Against Him

Gleb Savchenko, known for his role on "Dancing with the Stars," is embroiled in a family dispute, claiming his ex-wife Elena Samodanova is trying to alienate him from their daughters and replace him with her new fiancé. According to Gleb, Elena is using social media to erase him from the girls' lives.

In court documents filed in his fight for emergency custody, Savchenko alleges that Elena changed the Instagram handle of their eldest daughter, Zlata, removing his last name. He also claims his ex-wife has been posting from Zlata's account, including a story praising her fiancé, Vlad Kvartin, also a "Dancing with the Stars" alum.

A screenshot obtained by TMZ shows Zlata sitting on Vlad's shoulders, both smiling, with the caption "My dad that stepped up #stepdad." The story is reposted from Elena's account, and Zlata's handle still includes Gleb's last name before the alleged change.

Previously, Gleb claimed Elena relocated their daughters to Hong Kong, supposedly temporarily, and he argues she is wrongfully keeping Zlata there. He has filed for emergency custody of their younger daughter, Olivia, and has also filed a Hague Convention petition seeking Zlata's return to the U.S.

Currently, Olivia is staying with Gleb in Los Angeles, and he fears that if he sends her back to Hong Kong, she might be retained there like Zlata. In response to TMZ, Elena stated: "As this matter involves minors and is part of ongoing litigation before the High Court of Hong Kong, I cannot comment on these claims. The court is the proper forum for presenting evidence, and I look forward to the truth being established through the legal process."

This high-profile conflict between the former couple has drawn attention from fans and the media. Many are discussing the fate of the girls and whether Gleb will be able to rebuild his relationship with his daughters. The situation is complicated by the family living on different continents, with legal proceedings spanning multiple jurisdictions.

The story of Gleb Savchenko and Elena Samodanova serves as a reminder that even celebrities face painful family dramas. Fans hope that the parties can reach a resolution that prioritizes the children's best interests.