Russia's 'Human Barbie' says parents raised her to be a princess
Angelica Kenova not only looks like a human Barbie but she’s treated like one too.
The 26-year-old Russian beauty lives with her parents and has never had a boyfriend.
Kenova, known as ‘the Human Barbie’ has been dressed up as the iconic doll since she was born, and is only allowed on dates if her mum, Natalia, comes with her.
The model, child psychologist and ballet dancer regularly poses for photos which ‘show off’ her body, which possesses unrealistic proportions and wide-eyed features – like Barbie.
Kenova has a tiny 20-inch waist and a 32E bra size.
She also maintains her doll like looks were achieved without plastic surgery.
News.com.au reports Kenova said: “Growing up, my parents raised me like a princess and never let me go out, date boys or have the usual adult experiences. As a result, I am not fit for real life – I’m like a living doll.
“My mum and dad have been overprotective all my life. Some parents practically chuck their child out of the family home when they reach the age of 18 but not mine.”
“My parents are so proud of me today and they encourage my modeling work.”
“Since I was a child, my parents styled me as a ‘Barbie’ so I’m glad that I’m equated to one – Barbie is the idol of girls around the world.”
Kenova said she got her first collectable Barbie when she was six around the same time her mum started dressing her as one.
“My mother loved Barbie’s slender beauty, golden curls, cute face and beautiful clothes. My mother inspired me and urged me to be exactly the same.
“I would pose in the mirror for hours and put on performances for my parents’ friends. Everyone nicknamed me the ‘Russian Barbie’”
From there she adopted the dream to look like her famous idol.
Her parents hired a personal trainer who created a program to make her look like Barbie.
“I work out with him for 2-3 hours five times per week to maintain my beautiful figure. He makes me do a mixture of weight training and cardio. I jog in the mornings too.
“My personal trainer also advises me on my nutrition although I do not want to reveal my diet – it’s a secret. And I have never had plastic surgery!
“Now I am very happy with my appearance. Like Mary Poppins says, it is a bliss to know that I am practically perfect in every way!”
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