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Renata Lusin marked a family birthday by sharing a deeply personal tribute to her grandfather on Instagram, detailing how he left his home in Kazan to support her early dance career in Moscow. According to reporting by Promiflash, the 39-year-old professional dancer opened up about her grandfather’s health challenges and his foundational role in her journey to her current life and career in Germany.

A Grandfather’s Sacrifice in Moscow

According to Promiflash, the bond between Renata and her grandfather was forged during her childhood when she made a major move at age 13. To pursue better dance training and future opportunities, she relocated from Kazan to Moscow. Because her parents needed to work, her grandfather left his wife, home, and family behind to accompany the young dancer to the metropolis.

In her Instagram tribute, the dancer recalled that her grandfather took on daily caregiving duties, helping with homework, cooking, driving her to training sessions, and comforting her when she felt afraid.

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For me it was a great adventure with my grandpa. For you probably a very responsible, difficult, and not easy time, Renata wrote on Instagram.

She described him as strong, courageous, rational, loving, and loyal. Without his intervention during those formative years, she noted that she would not live in Germany today or have the life she currently enjoys.

Health Struggles and Birthday Wishes

Promiflash reported that the birthday message was tempered by significant health concerns. Her grandfather recently broke a leg and cannot walk, while doctors determined that an operation is out of the question because his heart cannot withstand the procedure. Despite these severe limitations, he reportedly maintains hope of walking again.

Writing the birthday tribute brought an emotional wave for the dancer. According to Promiflash, she confessed to her followers that she wept bitterly while drafting the post.

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I love you so much and miss you. Happy Birthday, Babaùka, she wrote in her closing message on Instagram.

Family Context and Recent Memories

The social media post also highlighted a visit that took place one year prior, when Renata was able to see her grandfather in person. During that reunion, her daughter Stella danced with her great-grandfather, creating a cherished memory that visibly moved the dancer.

Renata and her husband Valentin Lusin, also 39, share two daughters, Stella and the younger Tessa. The professional dance couple has previously stated that their four-person family is complete and they do not plan to have more children. The recent birthday tribute connects her established family life in Germany directly back to the sacrifices her grandfather made during her youth.