About
Irina Kazakova (born 23 September 1986, Russia) is a world-class rhythmic gymnast and contortionist. She began rhythmic gymnastics at age six in Moscow and was a member of the Russian National Team from 2002 to 2007. In 2002 she received the Honored Master of Sports in Rhythmic Gymnastics, the highest national honour in her field. She won the 2003 Russian Cup for all-around gymnastics, hoop, and ball. Her signature performance is her 'Snake Dance'. She has also worked as a contortionist and aerialist, performing at the Faena Theater in Miami Beach in the C'est Rouge and Sensatia circus-cabaret shows (2016-2018). She appeared in the film Pain & Gain (2013) and in Die Antwoord's music video 'FFFF' (2016). She has worked with celebrities including Madonna, Marc Anthony, Prince Royce and Snoop Dogg. She is also a certified freediver, underwater model, and photographer. She is the founder of SunAllure Productions and currently resides in Miami.
