Who is Rachel Riley’s Husband? All About Pasha Kovalev!

Pasha Kovalev, born on January 19, 1980, in Komsomolsk-on-Amur (former Soviet Union), is a professional dancer who began dancing at just eight years old. He later moved to the United States with dance partner Anya Garnis. Between 2002 and 2006, the duo reached the finals of the US Open.

Kovalev also competed in So You Think You Can Dance Season 3, reaching the semifinals, while Garnis finished in the top 12. The pair later returned to the show as All-Stars and choreographers.

Kovalev is best known for his performances in Strictly Come Dancing, where he won Series 12 and was the runner-up in Series 9, 10, and 16. He’s also been involved in live tours such as Dancing with the Stars, Superstars of Dance, and An Evening with Katya and Pasha.

How Many Children Do They Have?

Rachel Riley and Pasha Kovalev are proud parents of two kids.
Their first daughter, Maven Aria, was born on December 15, 2019. Their second child, Noa, arrived in November 2021.

Relationship Timeline

The couple began dating in 2013 after meeting on Strictly Come Dancing. “On June 28, 2019, the couple tied the knot in a private ceremony at the Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas.” Their relationship remains strong as they continue to balance public life with parenting.