Name of the Fangirl: Alyona
Fangirl’s Occupation: Hydrology Engineer
What is her fangirl interest?
Star Wars, cosplay, charity
Why did you decide to shine the spotlight on this fangirl?
Alyona is one of the greatest SW fan in Russia helping to expand the popularity of Star Wars in our country.
How does this fangirl express her fandom?
Alyona likes to create costumes. Starting from 2009 she created Darth Talon, Shaak Ti (The Force Unleashed concept art version), Slave Leia, Jawa and Dark Lady of the Sith Lumiya. Her Lumiya was eventually approved by the 501st Legion and she became the first 501st trooper in Russia, initially forming the 501st Legion Russian Outpost. Also Alyona maintains the largest fan group in Russian social network VK.com, providing more than 80 000 fans from Russia, Ukraine and Belarus with SW news, pictures, archive photos and different SW contests.
As the 501st member Alyona is working on expanding the 501st presence in Russia, encouraging fans to create screen-accurate costumes and join the Legion, She has already took part in two charity events in Russia and made a visit to the 501st Nordic Garrison during their event.
What is her favorite quote or personal motto?
Don’t give up and be yourself. Life is too short to imitate someone or something.
What is her favorite fangirl item that she cannot live without?
Shaak Ti bust from Gentle Giant, Han Solo statue from Kotobukiya and Kinect: Star Wars
Where can we follow her online?