New anchor for Russia-Ukraine show

Ukrainian host takes over at the helm of classic TV show

Karina Andolenko takes over from Alexander Lakarenko

Karina Andolenko has been announced as the new host of the NTV show "Wait for Me". The Ukrainian host will take over from Alexander Lakarenko, who has fronted the programme since its inception in 1998.

Andolenko is a well-known face on Ukrainian television and has presented a number of popular shows, including "The Voice of Ukraine" and "X-Factor". She is also a successful singer and actress.

Andolenko's appointment has been welcomed by many viewers, who are looking forward to seeing her bring her own unique style to the show. "Wait for Me" is a popular show in Russia and Ukraine, and has helped to reunite thousands of families who have been separated by war, natural disasters, and other events.

Andolenko said that she is "honored" to be taking over the reins of "Wait for Me". "This is a show that has touched the lives of millions of people, and I am committed to continuing its legacy of helping families find each other," she said.

Andolenko's first episode of "Wait for Me" will air on NTV on September 11th.

• Karina Andolenko was born in Kyiv, Ukraine, on October 3, 1989.
• She graduated from the Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts with a degree in journalism.
• Andolenko began her career as a television presenter in 2011.
• She has hosted a number of popular shows on Ukrainian television, including "The Voice of Ukraine" and "X-Factor".
• Andolenko is also a successful singer and actress.
• She released her debut album, "Karina", in 2016.
• Andolenko has starred in a number of films and television shows, including "The Sniffer" and "The Princess of Kapurthala".
• She is married to Ukrainian businessman Andrii Ivanov.
• The couple have two children, a son and a daughter.