A biography for Irina Shaykhasn’t been written yet.
“My ideal man is faithful, honest, and a gentleman who knows how to treat women.”
“You have to invest the money in a certain thing, because, you know, at 40, I want to enjoy my life. So I do a lot of investments. Apartments back in Russia and New York. It's a good thing to do.”
“I hate wearing makeup because I am just too lazy to take it off at night.”
“If you're with someone, it's because you're moving in the same direction, and you both are looking for the same thing. Both of you have to share the same concept of what a relationship means.”
“I do boxing; I do a little jiu jitsu, which I am obsessed with.”
“For my body, I like high-waisted jeans because they make your leg look longer and hides this extra thing on my stomach. You can eat extra food with it because it hides, and I like to tuck in my t-shirts.”
“Of course I prefer to be with someone, but with the right someone.”
“My favorite spot is the Maldives. Since I travel so much for work, I like to go to places that are very secluded and quiet.”
“I am trying to concentrate on books. You know, I love Dostoevsky; he's my favourite writer.”
“All women have insecurities and bad times. What counts is how you overcome them.”
“I started my career as a swimsuit model. My first big break in America was 2007, 'Sports Illustrated' Swimsuit Issue.”
“When I was growing up in Russia, my grandmothers would cook the best pancakes in the world, the best meatballs, the best dumplings.”
“I've felt ugly and insecure.”
“I'm really grateful to my fans - to all the people who support me.”
“I really love to play 'Moonlight Sonata' by Beethoven. I can still read music, but I need to practise more. The way your fingers move - it's something that comes from memory. I love music.”
“I don't care what people think about me. I really don't.”
“Both should share the same concept of what a relationship means and the same energy to believe in a monogamous relationship.”
“Use coconut oil; it is one of the best moisturizers. Use it right after the shower on wet skin and then wipe it off with a towel.”
“To be half-naked for a Greek mythology movie, it's a piece of art. You know, there's nothing vulgar in there.”
“When I grew up, my role model was my grandma because she's just the best.”