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Dancer Ivan Denisov Shares Why He Fled Russia and Moved to Israel
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First reported by N12 · 6 hours ago
What happened
Ivan Denisov, a dancer on Israel's "Dancing with the Stars," fled Russia after being arrested and beaten during protests against the Russia-Ukraine war. He immigrated to Israel, where he feels proud and grateful for his new home. Denisov will compete alongside his partner Nicole Rogovin in the show's upcoming mentor battle.
- 01Ivan Denisov fled Russia after being arrested and beaten during 2022 anti-war protests.
- 02He immigrated to Israel, feeling proud and grateful for his new home.
- 03Denisov competes on "Dancing with the Stars" alongside Avishag Samberg and partner Nicole Rogovin.
- 04He will participate in the mentor battle round with Rogovin, who previously danced with Guy Hochman.
- 05Denisov described Israel as the most amazing and beautiful country in the world.
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