Olga Kurkulina

Olga Kurkulina is a Soviet-born Israeli high-jumper, bodybuilder and actress.
She made her film debut as the supervillain Mother Russia in the 2013 black comedy superhero film Kick-Ass 2.

Early life

Kurkulina was born and raised in the Soviet Union. Later in her life she immigrated to Israel.

High jump career

Kurkulina was a three-time Israeli Athletic Association winner in the high jump, winning the 2001 and 2002 outdoor titles. In 1997, she set an Israeli national record of 1.91 metres. She qualified for the 'B' finals of the 2004 European Champion Clubs Cup.

Personal life

Kurkulina is married and has two children, daughter Anna and son Danila. They reside in Haifa, Israel.