Gleb Savchenko's Wife Requests Full Custody Of Their Daughters

Gleb Savchenko's wife Elena Samodanova requested full custody of their daughters in a new legal battle.

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The mother-of-two said Savchenko's busy schedule hinders the basic care of 11-year-old Olivia and 4-year-old Zlata.

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Samodanova proposed alternating custody on the weekends and twice-weekly visits from her former spouse.

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The ex-wife also requested spousal support and attorney fees of $10,000.

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The divorcees finalized their split on October 22 and got joint custody of their offspring.

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Savchenko said he and Samodanova agreed to be amicable after their divorce.

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The father-of-two noted that they prioritized their children and went their separate ways with grace.

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Savchenko and his girlfriend Elena Belle bond over similarities, including being single parents.

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The lovebirds enjoy getting to know each other better and spending time together.

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